attune

[ uh-toon, uh-tyoon ]

verb (used with object)

, at·tuned, at·tun·ing.

1. to bring into accord, harmony, or sympathetic relationship; adjust:

   He has attuned himself to living in the quiet country.

2. Archaic. to tune or bring into harmony, as a musical instrument.

attune

/ əˈtjuːn /

verb

1. to adjust or accustom (a person or thing); acclimatize
2. to tune (a musical instrument)

Other Words From

• pre·at·tune verb (used with object) preattuned preattuning

Word History and Origins

Origin of attune¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; at- + tune

Example Sentences

Early in Harris’ campaign, the Democrats seemed attuned to the power of patriotism.

From Salon

"In today's workplaces, employees are very attuned to their supervisors' relationships with more senior leaders," Dr. Xu says.

From Science Daily

Baker’s movies are attuned to class and privilege, existing on the edges of an America rarely captured on film.

From Los Angeles Times

With a production budget of about $20,000, Greenwald, who is attuned to algorithms, released the film in its entirety but also edited parts to fit the time, content and style characteristics of various platforms.

From Los Angeles Times

While a lot of people probably aren't attuned to who their sheriff is, we know that sheriffs can do a lot, because they are legitimate law enforcement.

From Salon

Related Words

• accommodate
• accustom
• adapt
• conform