habituate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈhæbɪtʃueɪt/

Definition

To become accustomed to something, often to the point where it no longer seems unusual or unpleasant.

Examples

• It took him a while to habituate to the new work schedule.

• The soldiers had to habituate themselves to the harsh desert conditions.

• Children can quickly habituate to changes in their environment.

How to Use habituate

habituate to (prepositional phrase)

To become accustomed to a particular situation or environment. — "It takes time to habituate to living at a high altitude."

habituate oneself to (prepositional phrase)

To make oneself accustomed to something, often through repeated exposure. — "She had to habituate herself to the early mornings for her new job."

Synonyms of habituate

Words with a similar meaning to habituate:

• accustom
• familiarize
• inure

Antonyms of habituate

Words with the opposite meaning to habituate:

• unaccustom
• disorient

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