Definitions and Synonyms of acculturation | Another word for acculturation | What is acculturation?
Definition 1: the adoption of the behavior patterns of the surrounding culture - [noun denoting act]Samples where acculturation or its synonyms are used according to this definition
- the socialization of children to the norms of their culture
Synonyms for acculturation in the sense of this definition
(acculturation is a kind of ...) control exerted (actively or passively) by group action
(... is a kind of acculturation ) socialization through training and education to develop one's mind or manners
"her cultivation was remarkable" (... is a kind of acculturation ) helping someone grow up to be an accepted member of the community
"they debated whether nature or nurture was more important"
Samples where acculturation or its synonyms are used according to this definition
- the socialization of children to the norms of their culture