as in accustomed
being in the habit or custom
not only did the early-morning anchorman become habituated to getting up early, he found he actually liked it
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as in haunted
to go to or spend time in often
the sort of lounge lizard known to habituate bars and nightclubs
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for habituated
Adjective
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The older penguins have needed to become accustomed to the new habitat.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025 -
In a region where Democrats have grown accustomed to disappointment, two moves in as many days shifted the political landscape—and, marking a rare occurrence, in their favor.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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Or how about a little fabric doll trapped in a glass jar that may or may not be haunted?—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
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Moura does stellar work, too, as Manny becomes increasingly haunted by the things he’s done to make a quick buck.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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While tariffs are driving up car prices and threatening profit margins, the government data showed that prices of both new and used vehicles fell in June from May — a reminder that the duties aren’t the only consideration.—
Jonathan Levin,
Twin Cities,
20 July 2025
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The findings suggested that the 25 percent auto tariffs imposed in April, alongside the 50 percent metals tariffs targeting the European Union (EU), Mexico, and Canada, have affected new and used car prices, impacting average Americans seeking budget vehicles.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 July 2025
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“Habituated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/habituated. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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