adjustments

noun

The action of adjusting something

The result of adjusting something; a small change; a minor correction; a modification or alteration

The settling or balancing of a financial account

The assessment, by an insurance company, of a claim; the settlement of such a claim

The behavioural process of balancing conflicting needs, or needs against obstacles in the environment.

Roots

iustusjust- · Latin · lawful, right

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