ingrained
Ingrained (adj) means Deeply fixed or established, especially a habit, belief, or attitude. Example: “Punctuality was ingrained in her from childhood.”
How to use ingrained
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSo deeply established that it feels like a natural part of someone or something.
Word forms
more ingrained comparative, most ingrained superlative
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Etymology
From "ingrain" + "-ed" — originally about dyeing fabric so deeply the color became part of the fiber.
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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.