acclimatization
Translation
acclimatisation, adaptation, adjustment
Examples
Acclimatization to high altitudes takes several days.
Acclimatisation to high altitudes takes several days.
Grammar Patterns
acclimatization ((to sth.)) the process of getting used to something Acclimatization to the new school was difficult.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adaptation, adjustment, conditioning
Etymology
From 'acclimate' + '-ization'. 'Acclimate' comes from French 'acclimater', from 'a-' (to) + 'climat' (climate).
Memory Tips
Think of getting used to a new 'climate'. The word has 'climate' inside it: ac-CLIMAT-ization.