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What is another word for Adjustable? – 240 Adjustable Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    adaptable flexible modifiable variable changeable alterable movable adjustable tailor-made customizable modifiable flexible pliable yielding accommodating conformable malleable pliant resilient responsive sensitive tweakable tunable calibratable regulable controllable manipulable modulable mutable reversible convertible interchangeable replaceable adjustable resilient resourceful multipurpose versatile handy useful practical convenient suitable fitting proper applicable relevant pertinent apposite apt befitting commensurate proportionate corresponding compatible congruent harmonious coherent consistent uniform standard regular ordinary customary habitual usual accustomed wonted familiar common everyday routine traditional conventional established fixed settled determinate certain definite precise exact meticulous scrupulous thorough careful meticulous precise accurate correct right proper fitting apt befitting commensurate proportionate corresponding compatible congruent harmonious coherent consistent.

    Meaning of Adjustable

    The primary meaning of "adjustable" refers to something that can be changed or modified to fit specific needs or circumstances.

    Definitions

    • Capable of being changed or modified to fit specific needs or circumstances
    • Able to be altered or regulated to achieve a desired result or outcome
    • Having the ability to be adapted or customized to suit different conditions or requirements

    Etymology of Adjustable

    The word "adjustable" originates from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "iustus" (meaning "just" or "right"), with the suffix "-able" added to form an adjective
    The term has been in use since the 15th century, initially referring to the act of making something just or right, and later evolving to encompass the idea of modification or adaptation

    Example Uses

    • The adjustable seat in the car allowed me to find a comfortable driving position
    • The company offers adjustable insurance plans to cater to different customer needs
    • The adjustable wrench is a handy tool for tightening loose bolts and nuts

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    fixed rigid inflexible unchangeable unmodifiable invariant constant stable unalterable immovable immobile stationary static firm solid rigid stiff unyielding infirm resolute determined unwavering unshakeable uncompromising unrelenting obstinate stubborn intractable uncooperative unreceptive unresponsive unadaptable unaccommodating.

    Related Nouns

    adjustment adaptation modification change alteration regulation calibration tuning customization personalization configuration setting arrangement accommodation conformity compliance compatibility coherence consistency uniformity standardization regulation control management administration accommodation alteration conversion transformation metamorphosis transmogrification.

    Related Verbs

    adjust adapt modify change alter regulate calibrate tune customize personalize configure set arrange accommodate conform comply cooperate harmonize unify standardize control manage administer alter convert transform transmogrify metamorphose.

    Related Adjectives

    adaptable flexible modifiable variable changeable alterable movable pliable resilient responsive sensitive tweakable tunable calibratable regulable controllable manipulable modulable mutable reversible convertible interchangeable replaceable adjustable handy useful practical convenient suitable fitting proper applicable relevant pertinent apposite apt befitting commensurate proportionate corresponding compatible congruent harmonious coherent consistent.