Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

habituation

noun

huh-bi-choo-AY-shun

Definition

The process of becoming accustomed to a stimulus over time, resulting in a decreased response to it.

Examples

The dog showed habituation after hearing the same noises daily without any consequence.
After several sessions of practicing the same song, she experienced habituation to its melodies.
Children often demonstrate habituation when they ignore a toy after playing with it repeatedly.

Meaning

Habituation refers to the mental process of becoming used to a certain stimulus or change in the environment, leading to reduced sensitivity or reaction upon repeated exposure.