Definition

Not familiar or used to something; not having experience with a particular situation or condition.

Example

She felt unaccustomed to the fast pace of city life after moving from a small town.

Conversation

I feel so unaccustomed to this new routine at work.

I totally get that; it can be really hard to adjust.

Yeah, I used to have a much more relaxed schedule.

It takes time, but you'll get used to it eventually.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unaccustomed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "accustomed" (from Old French *acostumer*, meaning to make familiar or to habituate). The word "unaccustomed" means not familiar or not used to something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'familiar' or 'used to' ('accustomed') — that's why unaccustomed means not used to something.

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