calibrate

Definitions

To adjust or mark an instrument or tool to ensure it functions accurately according to a standard.

To carefully assess, set, or adjust something in order to achieve a specific result or level of precision.

Examples

The technician had to calibrate the sensitive equipment to ensure the measurements were accurate.

You should calibrate your compass before heading out on the hiking trail.

Synonyms

adjust regulate standardize fine-tune measure align gauge

Antonyms

misalign derange disorder confuse unbalance distort disarrange