adjustable
pronunciation
How to pronounce adjustable in British English:
UK [əˈdʒʌstəbl]
How to pronounce adjustable in American English:
US [əˈdʒʌstəbl]
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- Adjective:
- capable of being changed so as to match or fit
- capable of being regulated
Word Origin
- adjustable (adj.)
- 1775, from adjust + -able. Related: Adjustably; adjustability.
Synonym
Example
- 1. Contains few arbitrary or adjustable elements
- 2. Adjustable wrench for turning off gas and water .
- 3. A major invention was the adjustable strut which , by altering the distance of the blade and the beam , could precisely set the depth of the plow .
- 4. They are well-suited for apartment living because they 're adjustable and can be taken apart when we move .
- 5. The threat of rising interest rates looms over the many borrowers with adjustable mortgages .