PsychologyAugust 10, 2026

habituated

huh-BICH-oo-ay-ted

Definition

To have become accustomed or used to a particular routine or behavioral pattern through frequent repetition.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'habituare', meaning to bring into a condition or state of habit, which itself comes from the Latin 'habitus', meaning condition or appearance.

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The article uses habituated to describe the process by which students adapt to academic expectations by repeating effective study routines. It highlights that success depends on turning effort into an ingrained, consistent habit.

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