acclimatize
Translation
to acclimate, to get used to
Examples
It takes time to acclimatize to high altitudes.
It takes time to acclimate to high altitudes.
She needs to acclimatize herself to the new office.
She needs to acclimate herself to the new office.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to sth.)) to get used to a new place, situation, or climate. It takes time to acclimate to high altitudes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adapt, adjust, get used to
Etymology
From French 'acclimater', from Latin 'ad-' (to) + 'clima' (climate). The US spelling is 'acclimate'.
Memory Tips
Think 'a-climate-ize' – to make yourself fit a new climate.