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assimilate
/əˈsɪm.ɪ.leɪt/
to absorb and integrate
The new student quickly assimilated into the classroom culture.
The student adapted and became part of the group.
general
to absorb and integrate into a larger group or system
Immigrants often assimilate into their new country's culture over time.
Immigrants gradually adopt the customs and norms of their new country.
Often used in social, cultural, or biological contexts.
general
to absorb and understand information or knowledge
She assimilated the complex theory after weeks of study.
She fully understood and incorporated the theory into her knowledge.
Common in educational or intellectual contexts.
Collocations
assimilate intoto become part of a group or systemassimilate informationto fully understand and absorb information
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Pro Tip
Common Usage
Assimilate is often used to describe the process of becoming part of a group or understanding new information.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'assimilate' can vary based on context, so pay attention to the surrounding words.
Word Origin
From Latin 'assimilare', meaning 'to make similar'
Usage Notes
Often used in social, cultural, or educational contexts to describe the process of becoming part of a group or understanding new information.
Word Breakdown
assimil-
similar
root-ate
to make or cause
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