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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

acculturation

/ækˌkyʊldˈreɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does acculturation mean?

noun

The process of cultural change and psychological change that results following meeting between cultures. This can occur on an individual level or for a society as a whole.

Example

"The city's cultural diversity was a result of acculturation between the indigenous population and the immigrants who arrived."

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