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Habituated: meaning, definitions and examples

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habituated

 

[ həˈbɪtʃueɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

condition of being used to

Habituated refers to a state of being accustomed to a certain condition or environment after repeated exposure. It suggests that an individual has adjusted to changes over time, often leading to a diminished response to stimuli that once elicited a reaction. This can occur in both humans and animals, reflecting adaptation to circumstances that are frequent or habitual. The term is often used in psychology, behavior studies, and discussions regarding animal training.

Synonyms

accustomed, adapted, familiar, used to

Examples of usage

  • Animals become habituated to human presence.
  • She was habituated to the noise of the city.
  • The dog was habituated to the daily routine.
  • He became habituated to living alone over the years.

Translations

Translations of the word "habituated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 habituado

🇮🇳 आदती

🇩🇪 gewöhnt

🇮🇩 terbiasa

🇺🇦 привчений

🇵🇱 przyzwyczajony

🇯🇵 習慣になった

🇫🇷 habitué

🇪🇸 acostumbrado

🇹🇷 alışkın

🇰🇷 습관이 된

🇸🇦 معتاد

🇨🇿 zvyklý

🇸🇰 zvyknutý

🇨🇳 习惯的

🇸🇮 navajen

🇮🇸 venjulegur

🇰🇿 дағдыланған

🇬🇪 ჩვეულებრივი

🇦🇿 vərdiş etmiş

🇲🇽 acostumbrado

Etymology

The term 'habituated' is derived from the verb 'habituate,' which originates from the Latin word 'habituare,' meaning 'to have' or 'to hold.' This Latin root is connected to the base 'habere,' which means 'to have' or 'to possess.' The early use of 'habituate' in English appeared in the late 15th century, reflecting the process of getting used to a certain behavior or environment through practice or repetition. Over time, the adjective 'habituated' emerged to describe the state of being accustomed, capturing the gradual process of adaptation encountered in both animals and humans. In psychological studies, this term is significant as it provides insight into behavior modification and learning processes. The use of 'habituated' has grown in various fields, including biology and sociology, illustrating the importance of adaptation in survival and social dynamics.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,622, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.