Definition of Maladjusted

not able to cope with the demands of one’s life

Examples of Maladjusted in a sentence

The maladjusted teenager suffers from depression and has a hard time socializing with his classmates.  🔊

After being raised by apes, the young lord was maladjusted to the duties expected of him by society.  🔊

Although Harry is maladjusted and refuses to step outside of his home, he is a genius who runs a huge software firm.  🔊

The maladjusted veteran is currently undergoing counseling for his violent temperament.  🔊

Because Sara was abused as a child, she grew up to be a maladjusted adult who has difficulty maintaining relationships.  🔊

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