WELL-ADJUSTED Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

well-adjusted

adjective

Definition of well-adjusted

as in peaceful

able to deal with one's own life and with other people in a normal or healthy way He is now a happy, well-adjusted adult.

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Recent Examples of well-adjusted Residents and leaders got the message that the realities of global warming have now squarely arrived on a continent that so far viewed itself either as having a moderate climate or being well-adjusted to summer heat. — Katharina Buchholz, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026 Maybe that’s why Michaels doesn’t talk a lot about his family (though several of the doc’s talking heads remark on how incredibly well-adjusted his kids are). — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 17 Apr. 2026 The alternative version of the love of Chris’ life, Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland), is emotionally well-adjusted and capable of maintaining a romantic relationship. — Adam B. Vary, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 Doctor Who newcomer Varada Sethu is well-adjusted to the franchise life. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2025 Many are well-rounded and well-adjusted children who go on to thrive as adults. — The Editors, Scientific American, 14 May 2024 Rachel had worried that that year of enemas would scar August forever, psychologically, and the many months of colostomy bags after that, but the boy had grown up well-adjusted, all things considered. — Camille Bordas, Harper's Magazine, 2 May 2024

Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-adjusted

Adjective

Located in the small fishing village of Salema, with a quiet beach just one minute from the front door, this is a peaceful and authentic Algarve stay—a world away from the busy resorts along the region’s east coast.

— Katie Silcox, Vogue, 24 July 2026
Iran has long insisted its program is peaceful, and it isn’t believed by the IAEA or the West to have had an active military nuclear program since 2003.

— Jon Gambrell, Fortune, 24 July 2026

Definition of peaceful

Adjective

Most of the Barbados hotels worth their salt are peppered along the Platinum Coast (on the west side), where the water is calm and the beaches serene.

— Jonnie Bayfield, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026
On-site lodging includes 10 cabins and 60 campsites, offering a serene nature retreat.

— Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

Definition of serene

Adjective

With the support of Fernandez, Ellis found a sports psychologist who provided her with ways to maintain a calm headspace and positive outlook, even through a UCL injury in her thumb that arose just four games into this year’s campaign.

— Molly Keshin, New York Times, 25 July 2026
If only Israel and its American supporters would let Hamas and other genocidal, antisemitic groups do their thing, there’d be peace and calm.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 25 July 2026

Definition of calm

Adjective

Although both Into Mischief and Gun Runner often produce athletic and well-balanced horses, the first notable trait most people in racing almost always mention isn’t physical but mental.

— Graham Cornwell, New York Times, 19 June 2026
However, a lack of variety may lead to nutrient gaps if your meal isn’t well-balanced across food groups.

— Caitlin Beale, Health, 17 Apr. 2026

Definition of well-balanced

Adjective

Replacement Ryunosuke Ito, plucked from Meiji University, had a composed debut, including laying on a try for Matsunaga, who was five for five off the tee.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
After opening the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dominant 4-1 win over Paraguay in Los Angeles, the United States followed it with a composed 2-0 victory over Australia in Seattle.

— Jon Root OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 June 2026

Definition of composed

Adjective

With the likes of Kai Havertz and Joshua Kimmich adding a more experienced presence, Klopp will be confident of getting the best out of his squad.

— Thomas Schlachter, CNN Money, 24 July 2026
Yet executives at the company remain confident in Oracle’s ability to win the AI race.

— Seema Mody, CNBC, 24 July 2026

Definition of confident

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