The Opposite(Antonym) of “acclimatised”
The antonyms of acclimatised are disaccustom and unaccustomed. These words convey the opposite meaning of being used to something or adapting to a new environment.
Explore all Antonyms of “acclimatised”
Definitions and Examples of disaccustom, unaccustomed
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To cause someone to lose their accustomed state or habit.
Example
After years of living in the city, moving to a small town will disaccustom him to the fast-paced lifestyle.
Not used to something; unfamiliar with a particular situation or experience.
Example
She felt unaccustomed to the cold weather after living in a tropical climate for most of her life.
Key Differences: disaccustom vs unaccustomed
- 1Disaccustom is a verb that describes the act of causing someone to lose their accustomed state or habit.
- 2Unaccustomed is an adjective that describes the state of being unfamiliar with a particular situation or experience.
Effective Usage of disaccustom, unaccustomed
- 1Travel: Use these antonyms to describe your experience of adapting to a new place or culture.
- 2Habits: Use disaccustom to describe breaking a habit or routine.
- 3Learning: Use unaccustomed to describe a new skill or knowledge that you are not familiar with.
Remember this!
The antonyms of acclimatised are disaccustom and unaccustomed. Use disaccustom to describe breaking a habit or routine, and unaccustomed to describe a new skill or knowledge that you are not familiar with.