Habit
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈhæb.ɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Habit is a noun meaning An action performed on a regular basis.
Meaning
An action performed on a regular basis.
More Meanings
- An action performed repeatedly and automatically, usually without awareness.
- An addiction.
- (transitive) To clothe.
- (transitive, archaic) To inhabit.
- A long piece of clothing worn by monks and nuns.
- A piece of clothing worn for a specific activity; a uniform.
- (archaic) Outward appearance; attire; dress.
Example Sentences
kick the habit
He has a 10-cigar habit.
a man of very shy, retired habits
It’s become a habit of mine to have a cup of coffee after dinner.
Word Forms
- habits
- habiting
- habited
Synonyms for habit
Depending on context, synonyms include wont, routine, ritual, habitude, garb, habilitate.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include use, wont, custom, usage, routine, dependency.
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