The difference between Adjust and Fiddle with

When used as verbs, adjust means to modify, whereas fiddle with means to manipulate an object, especially in a nervous or restless manner.


check bellow for the other definitions of Adjust and Fiddle with

  1. Adjust as a verb (transitive):

    To modify.

    Examples:

    "Morimoto's recipes are adjusted to suit the American palate."

  2. Adjust as a verb (transitive):

    To improve or rectify.

    Examples:

    "He adjusted his initial conclusion to reflect the new data."

  3. Adjust as a verb (transitive):

    To settle an insurance claim.

  4. Adjust as a verb (intransitive):

    To change to fit circumstances.

    Examples:

    "Most immigrants adjust quickly to a new community. She waited for her eyes to adjust to the darkness."

  1. Fiddle with as a verb:

    To manipulate an object, especially in a nervous or restless manner.

  2. Fiddle with as a verb:

    To adjust the position, as of an electronic device, in order to provide better reception or signal.

  3. Fiddle with as a verb (figuratively):

    To manipulate in order to gain something for oneself.