ingrained
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for ingrained, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Deeply fixed or established, especially a habit, belief, or attitude.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use ingrained
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "ingrain" + "-ed" — originally about dyeing fabric so deeply the color became part of the fiber.
Full origin of ingrained →Frequently asked questions
What does “ingrained” mean?
The word “ingrained” means deeply fixed or established, especially a habit, belief, or attitude. In plain terms, so deeply established that it feels like a natural part of someone or something.
How do you use “ingrained” in a sentence?
Here is “ingrained” used in a sentence: “Punctuality was ingrained in her from childhood.”
What is another word for “ingrained”?
Words with a similar meaning to “ingrained” include radicated.
What part of speech is “ingrained”?
“Ingrained” is an adjective.