Synonyms of acclimation

acclimation

noun

ˌa-klə-ˈmā-shən 

as in adjustment

the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation

a period of acclimation to the region's rising temperatures

Synonyms & Similar Words

• adjustment
• adaptation
• adaption
• acclimatization
• transformation
• conformation
• alteration
• readjustment
• accommodation
• conversion
• modification
• correction
• revision
• readaptation
• harmonization
• attunement
• makeover
• refit

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• maladaptation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of acclimation

His end zone interception Thursday in front of Katsis during a red-zone period was arguably the top play made during Denver’s two acclimation practices. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 31 July 2026

Carson, the defending City Section Open Division champion, will have five mandatory days of acclimation, then hold an intrasquad scrimmage on Saturday. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 26 July 2026

Chalk it up as another part of the acclimation process, which doesn’t seem to be fazing the newest Hornets’ all that much. — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026

The idea of enduring the ingredient’s acclimation phase, which can result in flaking, redness, and dryness as skin gets used to its power, has deterred me. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 29 May 2026