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Synonyms & Similar Words
familiarize
habituate
acclimate
adapt
adjust
reconcile
inure
toughen
harden
season
temper
naturalize
assimilate
integrate
blend
merge
train
instruct
teach
educate
enlighten
inform
edify
coach
tutor
drill
discipline
condition
breed
nurture
orient
direct
guide
acculturate
socialize
civilize
humanize
refine
polish
cultivate
hone
sharpen
Meaning of Accustom
The primary meaning of the word "accustom" is to make someone or something familiar with something, or to habituate them to a particular situation or environment.
Definitions
- To make someone or something familiar with something, or to habituate them to a particular situation or environment
- * To make someone accustomed to a particular situation, activity, or environment, often through repeated experience or training
Etymology of Accustom
The word "accustom" originates from the Old French word "acostumer", which is derived from "a" (to) and "costume" (custom, habit), and is related to the Latin word "consuetudinem" (accustoming) and "consuescere" (to accustom)
Historically, the word "accustom" has been used since the 15th century to describe the process of making someone or something familiar with a particular situation, environment, or activity
Example Uses
- The new employee had to accustom herself to the company's policies and procedures
- * The hikers had to accustom themselves to the high altitude and thin air
- * The child had to accustom herself to the new school and teachers