accustom

[ uh-kuhs-tuhm ]

verb (used with object)

1. to familiarize by custom or use; habituate:

   to accustom oneself to cold weather.

accustom

/ əˈkʌstəm /

verb

1. trusually foll byto to make (oneself) familiar (with) or used (to), as by practice, habit, or experience

Other Words From

• preac·custom verb (used with object)
• reac·custom verb (used with object)
• unac·custom verb (used with object)

Word History and Origins

Origin of accustom¹

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English word from Middle French word acoustumer. See ac-, custom

Word History and Origins

Origin of accustom¹

C15: from Old French acostumer, from costume custom

Example Sentences

"Now freedom rings like a bell too loud for ears accustomed to silence," Ms Qasawaad said.

From BBC

Kenny, a native of North Carolina, is accustomed to living small.

From Los Angeles Times

Rep. Adam B. Schiff is accustomed to the limelight on Sunday talk shows and on the House floor.

From Los Angeles Times

Audiences on Netflix have embraced international programming as viewers have become increasingly accustomed to reading subtitles at home.

From Los Angeles Times

Rep. Adam B. Schiff is a darling of the Democrats, a fighter and political veteran accustomed to the limelight on Sunday talk shows and on the House floor.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• acquaint
• adapt