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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

habituation

/ˌhæbɪˈtjuːeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does habituation mean?

noun

The process or state of becoming accustomed to something, such as a noise or a situation, so that it no longer causes a reaction or disturbance. Habituation is a fundamental concept in psychology and learning theory.

Example

"The constant noise of the traffic eventually led to habituation, and she no longer noticed it after a while."

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