Adjustable

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Definitions of adjustable

noun a device or feature that can be adjusted

Example Sentences

A1 I bought an adjustable desk for my home office.

A2 The adjustable straps on my backpack make it easy to carry.

B1 The adjustable settings on the thermostat allow me to control the temperature in my house.

B2 The adjustable seat on the bike can be customized to fit each rider's height.

C1 The adjustable focus on the camera lens allows for clear and precise photography.

C2 The adjustable rate mortgage offers flexibility in interest rates over time.

adjective able to be changed or adapted

Example Sentences

A1 The adjustable chair can be raised or lowered to fit different heights.

A2 She bought an adjustable wrench so she could easily tighten or loosen bolts.

B1 The adjustable thermostat allows you to control the temperature of the room.

B2 The adjustable straps on the backpack make it comfortable to carry for long distances.

C1 The adjustable settings on the camera allow for precise control over exposure and focus.

C2 The adjustable seat on the bicycle can be customized for optimal comfort during long rides.

Examples of adjustable in a Sentence

formal The new office chairs come with adjustable armrests for added comfort.

informal I love my new adjustable standing desk - I can switch between sitting and standing whenever I want.

slang These headphones have an adjustable band so they fit perfectly on any head size.

figurative She has an adjustable attitude, always willing to adapt to new situations.

Grammatical Forms of adjustable

past tense

adjusted

plural

adjustables

comparative

more adjustable

superlative

most adjustable

present tense

adjust

future tense

will adjust

perfect tense

have adjusted

continuous tense

is adjusting

singular

adjustable

positive degree

adjustable

infinitive

to adjust

gerund

adjusting

participle

adjusted

Origin and Evolution of adjustable

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'adjustable' originated from the Latin word 'adiustare', which means to make right or straight.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'adjustable' has come to mean capable of being changed or modified to fit different circumstances or needs.