English · Word Candidate

accustomed

/əˈkʌs.təmd/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Familiar with something through repeated experience; adapted to existing conditions. (of a person)

Adjective

I am not accustomed to walk(ing) long distances.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

Familiar through use; usual; customary. (of a thing, condition, activity, etc.)

Adjective

It is an accustomed action with her, to seem thus washing her hands: I have known her continue in this a quarter of an hour.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “accustomed” mean?

Familiar with something through repeated experience; adapted to existing conditions. (of a person)

Is “accustomed” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.