adjustment

noun

1. making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

   noun.event

   Synonyms accommodation fitting

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. the act of making something different (as e.g. the size of a garment)

   noun.act

   Synonyms alteration modification

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. the act of adjusting something to match a standard

   noun.act

   Synonyms readjustment registration

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. the process of adapting to something (such as environmental conditions)

   noun.process

   Synonyms adaptation adaption

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances

   noun.possession

   Synonyms allowance

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. The act of adjusting, or condition of being adjusted; act of bringing into proper relations; regulation.

   noun

   Source: webster1913