Attunement — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ə-ˈtün/ at·tune

Meaning & Definition of Attunement

Attunement (verb)

  1. to bring into harmony, tune
  2. to make aware or responsive

Attunement (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in correction, harmonization

    similar: correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, refit, revision, transformation, acclimation, acclimatization, accommodation, adaptation, adaption, adjustment, conformation
    opposite: maladaptation

Related Entry: Attune (verb)

Attune is a different word from Attunement. The synonyms below are for attune, not for attunement.

  1. to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences

    "after years spent in academia, he's finding it difficult to attune himself to the corporate culture"

    similar: accommodate, conciliate, conform, coordinate, harmonize, key, reconcile
    related: adapt, tune, blend, combine, connect, correlate, dovetail, fit, fuse, integrate, join, match, merge, orchestrate, pair, square, suit, synchronize, synthesize, unify, unite, align, arrange, array, balance, equalize, even, order, proportion, regularize, standardize
    opposite: disharmonize
    near: confuse, disarray, disorder, disorganize, disrupt, disturb, skew, upset, alienate, estrange

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Attunement

The most common words with a similar meaning to Attunement:

correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, refit, revision, transformation, acclimation, acclimatization, accommodation, adaptation, adaption, adjustment, conformation

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Attunement

Words with the opposite meaning of Attunement:

maladaptation

Word Forms of Attunement

Inflections: attuned, attuning, attunes

Derived words: attunement (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Attunement

First known use: 1592

Frequently Asked Questions about Attunement

What does "Attunement" mean?

"Attunement" means to bring into harmony, tune. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to bring into harmony, tune.

What is another word for "Attunement"?

Other words for "Attunement" include correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, alteration, conversion, makeover and modification. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Attunement" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Attunement"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Attunement". Common alternatives include correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, alteration, conversion, makeover, modification, refit and revision.

What is the opposite of "Attunement"?

Antonyms of "Attunement" include maladaptation.

Is "Attunement" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Attunement" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Attunement"?

"Attunement" is pronounced /ə-ˈtün/ and divided into syllables as at·tune.

What is the origin of the word "Attunement"?

First known use: 1592.

What is another word for "Attunement" meaning "as in correction, harmonization"?

When "Attunement" (noun) means as in correction, harmonization, synonyms include correction, harmonization, readaptation, readjustment, alteration and conversion. Opposites in this sense include maladaptation.