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Acclimatized Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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acclimatized

[əˈklaɪməˌtaɪzd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

adjustment process

Acclimatized refers to the process of becoming accustomed to a new climate or environment. It often involves physiological changes in response to different conditions, such as temperature or altitude. This term is commonly used in relation to biology and environmental science.

Synonyms

accommodated, adapted, adjusted, habituated.

Examples of usage

  • She acclimatized quickly to the high altitude of the mountains.
  • The athletes need time to acclimatize before the competition.
  • Animals often acclimatize to seasonal changes in their habitat.

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Origin of 'acclimatized'

The term 'acclimatized' derives from the late 19th century, originating from the French word 'acclimater', which means 'to acclimate'. The prefix 'ac-' is from Latin, indicating a direction towards, while 'climater' comes from 'clima', meaning 'climate', which itself has roots in the Greek word 'klimā', meaning 'slope' or 'region'. The word was initially used in scientific contexts, particularly in relation to plants and animals adapting to new climates. Over time, its usage broadened to include humans adjusting to environmental changes. As travel and exploration increased, so did the need to understand how different peoples and species adapt to varied conditions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,756 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.