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 Instead, with the scheduling of this latest round of World Cup qualifying a month prior to the start of the Heat’s training camp, and amid Antetokounmpo’s first career NBA relocation, a decision was made to expedite that acclimation process. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2026 His end zone interception Thursday in front of Katsis during a red-zone period was arguably the top play made during Denver’s two acclimation practices. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 31 July 2026 Carson, the defending City Section Open Division champion, will have five mandatory days of acclimation, then hold an intrasquad scrimmage on Saturday. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026 Chalk it up as another part of the acclimation process, which doesn’t seem to be fazing the newest Hornets’ all that much. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for acclimation

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Noun

That would also give staff time to share the reasons for fee changes with the community, monitor potential impacts, evaluate customer responses and make adjustments as needed.

— Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
There have been much smaller posture adjustments at several other embassies in the Middle East -- changes officials say are also linked to the Houthi threat and other matters not connected to any plan to resume combat against Iran.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of adjustment

Noun

Already, those results are shaping the award’s upcoming nomination round, which will include climate adaptation and workforce transition among its priorities.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
The companies said each adaptation would bring in new creative voices.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of adaptation

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