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Meaning of habituate
The primary meaning of "habituate" is to make someone or something accustomed to something.
Etymology of habituate
The word "habituate" comes from the Latin "habitare", which means to dwell or inhabit, and the suffix "-ate", which forms a verb
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe the process of becoming accustomed to something
Synonyms
Definitions
- To make someone or something accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant
- * To become accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant
Usage Examples
- The hikers had to habituate themselves to the high altitude before attempting to climb the mountain
- * The new employee had to habituate herself to the company's policies and procedures
- * The city dwellers had to habituate themselves to the quiet and peaceful surroundings of the countryside