engrained
adjective as in strong fondness
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Example:The ingrained habit of arriving early had served her well in her career.
Definition:Behaviors or practices that have become a natural and almost unconscious part of a person or group's life.
Example:It is not easy to change ingrained beliefs, even when new evidence contradicts them.
Definition:Deeply held opinions or attitudes about something or someone.
Example:His ingrained courage was evident even in his dealings with everyday difficulties.
Definition:The type of person that someone is, the qualities that distinguish them from others.
Example:Social attitudes towards gender roles often reflect deeply ingrained cultural values.
Definition:The widespread beliefs or behaviors that are considered acceptable or normal in a society.
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