Meaning of the word ingrain in English

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ingrain

US /ɪnˈɡreɪn/

UK /ɪnˈɡreɪn/

firmly fix or establish (a habit, belief, or attitude) in a person's mind

Example:

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The values of honesty and hard work were ingrained in him from childhood.

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It's difficult to change habits that are deeply ingrained.

Synonym:

embed entrench implant instill fix

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