accustomed
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Accustomed to thinking fast, he is known for seeing patterns no one else can.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 23, 2026
Accustomed to pricing power during the inflation surge, food companies now face consumers who are both more price-sensitive and more skeptical of ultraprocessed foods.
From Barron's • Dec. 28, 2025
Accustomed to not having options, she’s perhaps better able to appreciate the quiet togetherness of being holed up in her cousin’s apartment.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2025
Accustomed to keeping her true feelings hidden for years, she keeps it together well enough that no one else at the sleepy installation notices anything has happened.
From New York Times • Mar. 21, 2024
Accustomed as they were to months of careful courtship, they were not likely to be won over with a smile and a handshake, either.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
Vocabulary lists containing accustomed
The Watsons Go to Birmingham
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
"The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet," Vocabulary from Act 1
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
The Wishing Spell
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
