Accustomed — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective verb /ə-ˈkə-stəmd/ ac·cus·tomed

Meaning & Definition of Accustomed

Accustomed (adjective)

  1. often used or practiced, customary
  2. adapted to existing conditions
  3. being in the habit or custom

Accustomed (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being in the habit or custom

    "Josh felt uncomfortably full, as he was not accustomed to eating so much"

    similar: given, habituated, used, wont
    related: apt, inclined, liable, likely, prone, hardened, inured, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, addicted, hooked
    opposite: unaccustomed, unused, unwonted
    near: unapt, unlikely, averse, disinclined, opposed, inexperienced, new, unseasoned, disaccustomed, weaned

Accustomed (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to

    "the task of accustoming new recruits to shipboard life"

    similar: acquainted, familiarized, initiated, introduced, orientated, oriented
    related: habituated, wont, apprised, briefed, clued (in), filled in, informed, educated, enlightened, grounded, instructed, schooled, trained, versed, exposed, presented, subjected, advised, tipped (off), told, warned, wised (up), reacquainted

Related Entry: Accustom (verb)

Accustom is a different word from Accustomed. The synonyms below are for accustom, not for accustomed.

  1. to impart knowledge of a new thing or situation to

    "the task of accustoming new recruits to shipboard life"

    similar: acquaint, familiarize, initiate, introduce, orient, orientate
    related: habituate, wont, apprise, brief, clue (in), fill in, inform, educate, enlighten, ground, instruct, school, train, verse, expose, present, subject, advise, tell, tip (off), warn, wise (up), reacquaint

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Accustomed

The most common words with a similar meaning to Accustomed:

given, habituated, used, wont, acquainted, familiarized, initiated, introduced, orientated, oriented

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Accustomed

Words with the opposite meaning of Accustomed:

unaccustomed, unused, unwonted

Related Words for Accustomed

apt, inclined, liable, likely, prone, hardened, inured, experienced, practiced, seasoned, veteran, addicted, hooked, apprised, briefed, clued (in), filled in, informed, educated, enlightened, grounded, instructed, schooled, trained, versed, exposed, presented, subjected, advised, tipped (off)

Near Antonyms of Accustomed

unapt, unlikely, averse, disinclined, opposed, inexperienced, new, unseasoned, disaccustomed, weaned

Word Forms of Accustomed

Derived words: accustomedness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Accustomed

Middle English acustumed "customary, used (to)," from past participle of acustomen "to accustom"

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Accustomed

What does "Accustomed" mean?

"Accustomed" means often used or practiced, customary. As an an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: often used or practiced, customary. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Accustomed"?

Other words for "Accustomed" include given, habituated, used, wont, acquainted, familiarized, initiated and introduced. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Accustomed" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Accustomed"?

There are 44 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Accustomed". Common alternatives include given, habituated, used, wont, acquainted, familiarized, initiated, introduced, orientated and oriented.

What is the opposite of "Accustomed"?

Antonyms of "Accustomed" include unaccustomed, unused and unwonted. Near antonyms include unapt, unlikely, averse and disinclined.

How do you use "Accustomed" in a sentence?

Examples of "Accustomed" in a sentence: "Josh felt uncomfortably full, as he was not accustomed to eating so much"; "the task of accustoming new recruits to shipboard life".

Is "Accustomed" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Accustomed" can be used as an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Accustomed"?

"Accustomed" is pronounced /ə-ˈkə-stəmd/ and divided into syllables as ac·cus·tomed.

What is the origin of the word "Accustomed"?

"Accustomed" comes from Middle English acustumed "customary, used (to)," from past participle of acustomen "to accustom". First known use: 15th century.