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
Hailed as a future world No. 1 more than a decade ago, Zverev is well-adjusted to receiving questions about winning tennis’ ultimate prize.
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Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
2 June 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).
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Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
17 Apr. 2026
Those who valued things such as achievement, power and security — and who lived within cultures where those values were also held — tended to be more well-adjusted and had stronger support networks than those who did not.
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Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Mar. 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.
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Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
26 Sep. 2025
Doctor Who newcomer Varada Sethu is well-adjusted to the franchise life.
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Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Apr. 2025
Many are well-rounded and well-adjusted children who go on to thrive as adults.
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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.
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Camille Bordas,
Harper's Magazine,
2 May 2024
Because this woman is way too wise and well-adjusted.
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Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2024
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
2 June 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
Those who valued things such as achievement, power and security — and who lived within cultures where those values were also held — tended to be more well-adjusted and had stronger support networks than those who did not.
—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
5 Mar. 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
Because this woman is way too wise and well-adjusted.
—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-adjusted
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But Otto is the man who served as Hand of the King to Rhaenrya's father, peaceful King Viserys (Paddy Considine).
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To stop the peaceful transfer of power.
Adjective
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The parents of a 7-year-old Michigan boy whose weight ballooned to 255 pounds due to a steady diet of chips, French fries and apple juice are accused of killing their son.
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What steady choice builds real trust at work?
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Down the hall, the bedroom’s mostly white design theme returns to a more serene composition, providing a quiet sanctuary.
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The interiors of the Prima Class-ship feel serene and upscale, with plenty of places to sit and enjoy a cocktail.
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July 23 – August 22 This morning feels calm, but later moves faster.
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If caught in a rip current, remain calm.
Adjective
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However, a lack of variety may lead to nutrient gaps if your meal isn’t well-balanced across food groups.
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Springsteen pays tribute to 'maestro' Prince But the weighty undertones of the show were well-balanced with comparatively lighthearted selections that provided an escape from the intensity.
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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.
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While uniform cubes are suited for an elegant, composed presentation, torn croutons are a humble upgrade for nearly everything else where a little contrast is welcome.
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Ship traffic first started to pick up over the weekend as shipping companies became more confident that talks between the US and Iran were progressing.
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Merlin, a 2-year-old duck, has taken the internet by storm, captivating fans with his tiny form-fitting Team Mexico jersey and confident waddle around his home of Mexico City.
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The main institutional index of US row-crop land finished up a fraction over the prior year, the kind of placid result that has made farmland a favorite of pension funds looking for calm.
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In that moment, a salmon does a porpoising roll in the placid pool about 30 feet below me and out about 60 feet from shore.
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