well-adjusted

IPA/ˌwel əˈdʒʌstɪd/
IPA/ˌwel əˈdʒʌstɪd/

well-adjusted — adjective

1. An emotionally healthy and stable person who manages everyday challenges, relati

1.形容詞B2
釋義

An emotionally healthy and stable person who manages everyday challenges, relationships, and responsibilities in a calm, sensible, and mature manner, without extreme reactions or difficulty.

例句

Through therapy, Mert became a well-adjusted adult who managed stress without losing his temper.

became a well-adjusted adult — personal growth toward emotional health

The teacher called Saira well-adjusted because she accepted feedback calmly and worked well with others.

described someone as well-adjusted because + clause — explaining observable behaviour

同義詞
  • balanced

    focuses on emotional equilibrium and moderation

  • stable

    emphasises consistency and reliability over time

  • mature

    stresses responsible, grown-up behaviour and good judgment

  • sensible

    highlights practical, reasonable decision-making

反義詞
  • maladjusted

    the direct opposite; unable to cope with life's demands

  • unstable

    lacking emotional steadiness; prone to extreme reactions

  • neurotic

    anxious or obsessive in a way that interferes with daily life

文法句型

be well-adjusted

well-adjusted + noun

seem/become/stay well-adjusted

用法筆記

Commonly appears after linking verbs such as 'seem', 'become', or 'grow up', or directly before nouns like 'adult', 'teenager', 'child'. Describes a stable personality trait, not a temporary mood or feeling.

常見錯誤

❌After the nap I felt well-adjusted.
✅After therapy, Mert became a well-adjusted adult.
💡'well-adjusted' describes a lasting personality trait, not a short-term feeling.