maladjusted

The word “maladjusted” has 4 syllables: mal-ad-jus-ted

It's pronounced as /ˌmæl.əˈdʒʌs.tɪd/


What is synonym and antonym for maladjusted?

In the thesaurus, “maladjusted” has 6 synonyms and 21 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for maladjusted along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for maladjusted

  • agitated
  • disturbed
  • perturbed
  • unbalanced
  • unhinged
  • upset

Antonyms for maladjusted

  • calm
  • collected
  • composed
  • cool
  • equal
  • even
  • level
  • peaceful
  • placid
  • possessed
  • sedate
  • serene
  • smooth
  • steady
  • tranquil
  • undisturbed
  • unperturbed
  • unruffled
  • untroubled
  • well-adjusted
  • well-balanced

Meanings of maladjusted

  • adjective
    1. Badly adjusted to the demands and stresses of daily living; unable to cope.

Example Sentences

  • The patient was diagnosed as maladjusted due to his inability to cope with stress.
  • Her maladjusted behavior in social situations made it difficult for her to form lasting relationships.
  • The team struggled because of the maladjusted strategies implemented by the coach.
  • He was considered maladjusted when he failed to adapt to the new work environment.
  • The teacher noticed that the student’s maladjusted responses indicated underlying emotional issues.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to maladjusted, such as: agitated, calm, collected, composed, cool, disturbed, equal.

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