ACCLIMATION Synonyms: 19 Similar and Opposite Words

acclimation

noun

ˌa-klə-ˈmā-shən

Definition of acclimation

as in adjustment

the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation a period of acclimation to the region's rising temperatures

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maladaptation

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Recent Examples of acclimation The idea of enduring the ingredient’s acclimation phase, which can result in flaking, redness, and dryness as skin gets used to its power, has deterred me. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 29 May 2026 Securing greater public buy-in requires emotional acclimation. — Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026 This gentle acclimation process protects the plant’s leaves from scorching — a small act of patience that pays off with a healthier, happier aloe. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026 Simons accepted that role reduction and, after an acclimation period, emerged as one of the Celtics’ most consistent and valuable contributors. — Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for acclimation

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Noun

Choose the system, habit, or adjustment that makes everyday care feel less like duty and more like devotion.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Neighbors said the temporary adjustment during the recent Bohemian Grove gathering dramatically reduced the number of aircraft flying over their homes.

— Kenny Choi, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adjustment

Noun

For the past month, the women of Christopher Nolan’s adaptation have used the red carpet and other press events to interpret the mood and mythology of the film in different, yet cohesive, ways.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
The movie itself disappoints him for its deviations from the Stephen King novel (including this detail may help preempt criticisms over this adaptation), but he’s also distracted by the presence of a strikingly handsome stranger (Homer Gere).

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of adaptation

Noun

Cross-cutting priorities focus on gender quality and climate change mitigation and adaption.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
Add the upcoming Neuromancer series to that list, an adaption of William Gibson’s hugely influential 1984 cyberpunk novel of the same name.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 26 July 2026

Definition of adaption

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