accustom
Translation
to accustom, to familiarise
Examples
It takes time to accustom yourself to a new job.
It takes time to accustom yourself to a new job.
She accustomed her eyes to the dark.
She accustomed her eyes to the dark.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./oneself)) ((to sth./-ing)) to make someone or oneself familiar with something new It takes time to accustom yourself to a new job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adapt, adjust, familiarise, acclimate
Etymology
From Latin 'ad' (to) + 'consuetudo' (custom, habit).
Memory Tips
Think of 'adding a custom' to your life, meaning you get used to it.