Calibrated

Pronunciation: /ˈkælɪˌbreɪtɪd/

Definitions of calibrated

verb to carefully adjust or set to a standard value or measure

Example Sentences

A1 The mechanic calibrated the car's engine.

A2 She carefully calibrated the thermometer to ensure accurate readings.

B1 The scientist calibrated the equipment before conducting the experiment.

B2 The technician calibrated the scales to ensure precise measurements.

C1 The engineer meticulously calibrated the instruments for the spacecraft launch.

C2 The expert calibrates the high-tech machinery with precision and accuracy.

Examples of calibrated in a Sentence

formal The equipment needs to be carefully calibrated before conducting any experiments.

informal Make sure to calibrate the machine before using it.

slang I'll tweak the settings to get it calibrated just right.

figurative Her sense of balance is perfectly calibrated, allowing her to navigate any situation with ease.

Grammatical Forms of calibrated

• past tense: calibrated
• plural: calibrated
• comparative: more calibrated
• superlative: most calibrated
• present tense: calibrates
• future tense: will calibrate
• perfect tense: has calibrated
• continuous tense: is calibrating
• singular: calibrated
• positive degree: calibrated
• infinitive: to calibrate
• gerund: calibrating
• participle: calibrated

Origin and Evolution of calibrated

First Known Use: 1674 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'calibrated' originated from the Latin word 'calibratus', which means 'marked with a scale'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of marking with a scale, the word 'calibrated' evolved to refer to the precise adjustment of measuring instruments or devices to ensure accurate results.