Habituation — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /hə-ˌbi-chə-ˈwā-shən/ ha·bit·u·a·tion

Meaning & Definition of Habituation

Habituation (noun)

  1. the process of habituating, the state of being habituated
  2. tolerance to the effects of a drug acquired through continued use
  3. psychological dependence on a drug after a period of use

Habituation (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in tolerance

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Habituation

The most common words with a similar meaning to Habituation:

Slang: jones

Origin & Etymology of Habituation

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Habituation

What does "Habituation" mean?

"Habituation" means the process of habituating, the state of being habituated. As a noun, it is defined as: the process of habituating, the state of being habituated.

What is another word for "Habituation"?

Other words for "Habituation" include tolerance, alcoholism, heroinism, morphinism, addiction, dependence, habit and jones. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Habituation" you intend.

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

"Habituation" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Habituation"?

"Habituation" is pronounced /hə-ˌbi-chə-ˈwā-shən/ and divided into syllables as ha·bit·u·a·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Habituation"?

First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Habituation" meaning "as in tolerance"?

When "Habituation" (noun) means as in tolerance, synonyms include tolerance, alcoholism, heroinism, morphinism, addiction and dependence.