# adjuster

/əˈdʒəstɝ/ (US) · /ɐdʒˈʌstɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/adjuster
Updated: 2026-10-13

## Definition

a person whose job is to decide how much money an insurance company should pay for a claim. They look at the damage to see if the claim is fair.

For teachers: a professional representative of an insurance company who investigates claims to determine the extent of the insurer's liability. Often involves evaluating physical damage or financial loss to reach a settlement.

## Examples

- The insurance adjuster visited our house to look at the roof damage.
- After the car accident, the adjuster reviewed the police report and the repair shop's estimate before approving the payment.
- A public adjuster may be hired by the policyholder to negotiate a higher settlement if the insurance company's initial offer is deemed insufficient to cover the losses.

## Synonyms

assessor, appraiser, adjustor

## Usage notes

- Commonly used in the context of insurance (claims adjuster) or mechanical settings (a tool that changes a setting).

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