Disadjust

/ˌdɪs.əˈdʒʌst/ verb

Definition

To undo an adjustment; to put something out of proper alignment or order.

Etymology

From dis- + adjust (from Old French 'ajuster,' to fit together). This verb reverses the careful calibration that adjustment provides.

Kelly Says

A mechanic might 'disadjust' a car's settings when troubleshooting—they undo previous adjustments to find the problem, so it's useful in diagnosis and repair.

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