Habitual — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /hə-ˈbi-ch(ə-)wəl/ ha·bit·u·al

Meaning & Definition of Habitual

Habitual (adjective)

  1. regularly or repeatedly doing or practicing something or acting in some manner, having the nature of a habit, customary
  2. regularly or repeatedly doing, practicing, or acting in some manner, doing something by force of habit
  3. resorted to on a regular basis

Habitual (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being such by habit and not likely to change

    "she admits she's a habitual procrastinator, but she still manages to meet all her deadlines"

    similar: bred-in-the-bone, chronic, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate
    related: incorrigible, unreconstructed, unregenerate, born, natural, persistent, regular, repeat, serial, steady, unchanging, unfailing, addicted, accustomed, habituated, used, wonted, deep-rooted, deep-seated, entrenched, inbred, inherent, innate, intrinsic, apt, inclined, prone, mulish, obstinate, set, stubborn
    near: unaccustomed, unused, intermittent, occasional

  2. appearing or occurring repeatedly from time to time

    "her supervisor warned her that she could be fired for habitual tardiness"

    similar: constant, frequent, periodic, periodical, regular, repeated, steady
    related: continual, intermittent, recurrent, recurring, cyclic, around-the-clock, hourly, round-the-clock, 24-7, chronic, confirmed, inveterate, expected, usual
    opposite: inconstant, infrequent, irregular
    near: episodic, occasional, unexpected, unusual

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Habitual

The most common words with a similar meaning to Habitual:

bred-in-the-bone, chronic, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, constant, frequent, periodic, periodical, regular, repeated, steady

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Habitual

Words with the opposite meaning of Habitual:

inconstant, infrequent, irregular

Related Words for Habitual

incorrigible, unreconstructed, unregenerate, born, natural, persistent, repeat, serial, unchanging, unfailing, addicted, accustomed, habituated, used, wonted, deep-rooted, deep-seated, entrenched, inbred, inherent, innate, intrinsic, apt, inclined, prone, mulish, obstinate, set, stubborn, continual

Near Antonyms of Habitual

unaccustomed, unused, intermittent, occasional, episodic, unexpected, unusual

Word Forms of Habitual

Derived words: habitually (adverb), habitualness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Habitual

First known use: 1603

Words & Phrases Containing Habitual

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Frequently Asked Questions about Habitual

What does "Habitual" mean?

"Habitual" means regularly or repeatedly doing or practicing something or acting in some manner, having the nature of a habit, customary. As an adjective, it is defined as: regularly or repeatedly doing or practicing something or acting in some manner, having the nature of a habit, customary. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Habitual"?

Other words for "Habitual" include bred-in-the-bone, chronic, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, constant, frequent and periodic. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Habitual" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Habitual"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Habitual". Common alternatives include bred-in-the-bone, chronic, confirmed, dyed-in-the-wool, inveterate, constant, frequent, periodic, periodical and regular.

What is the opposite of "Habitual"?

Antonyms of "Habitual" include inconstant, infrequent and irregular. Near antonyms include unaccustomed, unused, intermittent and occasional.

How do you use "Habitual" in a sentence?

Examples of "Habitual" in a sentence: "she admits she's a habitual procrastinator, but she still manages to meet all her deadlines"; "her supervisor warned her that she could be fired for habitual tardiness".

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

"Habitual" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Habitual"?

"Habitual" is pronounced /hə-ˈbi-ch(ə-)wəl/ and divided into syllables as ha·bit·u·al.

What is the origin of the word "Habitual"?

First known use: 1603.