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Acclimate

/ˈæk.lɪ.meɪt/ · verb

Meaning

(transitive, chiefly US) To habituate to a climate not native; to acclimatize..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (transitive, chiefly US) To habituate to a climate not native; to acclimatize.
  2. (transitive, chiefly US) To adjust to a new environment; not necessarily a wild, natural, earthy one.
  3. (intransitive, chiefly US) To become accustomed to a new climate or environment.

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Synonyms for acclimate

acclimatiseacclimatizeaccommodateaccultureaccustomclimatizeconformget used tohabituatehardenseasontoughenadjust

Antonyms for acclimate

Related Words

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does acclimate mean?

Acclimate means (transitive, chiefly US) To habituate to a climate not native; to acclimatize..

What is a synonym for acclimate?

Common synonyms include acclimatise, acclimatize, accommodate, acculture.

What is the opposite of acclimate?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use acclimate in a sentence?

Use acclimate where its definition matches the intended context.

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