word
Habit
HA-buht
/ˈhæbʌt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
habit
Dictionary meaning
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation.
Examples
- Before visiting the ranch, I bought a new habit for riding.
- It was their habit to dine at 7 every evening.
Synonyms: use
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