adjustment

noun

1. 1

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

2. 2

   the act of adjusting something to match a standard

3. 3

   making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

4. 4

   an amount added or deducted on the basis of qualifying circumstances

   an allowance for profit

5. 5

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