Definition

The quality or state of being used to something or being familiar with it.

Example

His wontedness to the routine made it easy for him to adapt to changes.

Conversation

I was thinking about how our wontedness makes us feel comfortable in our routines.

Yeah, it really does help us get through tough days.

Sometimes I wonder if breaking that wontedness could lead to new experiences.

Definitely! It might be scary, but it could also be really rewarding.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wontedness is formed from "wont" (from Old English *wont*, meaning accustomed or used to) and "-edness" (a suffix indicating a state or condition). The word "wontedness" refers to the state of being accustomed or habitual.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'accustomed' to something — that's what 'wontedness' means, the state of being used to something.

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