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Accustom Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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accustom

[ษ™หˆkสŒstษ™m ]

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

to new environment

To make someone or something accept something as normal or usual by repeated and constant exposure.

Synonyms

acclimate, adjust, condition, familiarize, habituate.

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Word Description / Examples
accustom

This word is used to describe the process of making oneself familiar with a new situation, ensuring that one becomes comfortable over time.

  • She took a few days to accustom herself to the new office environment
habituate

This word describes the process of becoming used to something through repeated exposure, often used more formally and scientifically.

  • Over time, lab rats can habituate to the presence of certain stimuli
familiarize

This word is used when someone makes an effort to learn about or get to know a system, process, or environment.

  • New employees should familiarize themselves with the companyโ€™s software procedures
adjust

This word is more general and can be used for making small changes to become more comfortable or suitable in a new situation or environment.

  • She adjusted quickly to her new role at the company
acclimate

This word is often used in the context of adjusting to a new climate, environment, or situation, particularly when it involves physiological adaptation.

  • It took him a few weeks to acclimate to the high altitude
condition

This word often implies a process of training or preparing someone mentally or physically for a particular task or environment. It can carry a somewhat negative or manipulative connotation.

  • The athletes were conditioned to withstand extreme physical stress

Examples of usage

  • He quickly accustoms himself to the new surroundings.
  • They accustom their children to the local traditions.
  • We should accustom ourselves to the changes in technology.
  • The body needs time to accustom to the high altitude.
  • She accustoms her taste buds to spicy food.

Translations

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Origin of 'accustom'

The word 'accustom' originated from the Old French word 'acostumer', which means 'to make accustomed to'. It was first used in the late 15th century in English. Over the years, 'accustom' has evolved to represent the idea of making something or someone familiar with a particular situation or environment through repeated exposure.

See also: custom, customarily, customary, customer, customizable, customization, customize, customized, customizer, customizing, customs.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,132, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.