Inured

Adjective

Definition: Accustomed to something, especially something unpleasant or difficult.

Synonyms: Accustomed, Adapted, Hardened, Seasoned

Antonyms: Unaccustomed, Unfamiliar, Sensitive

Examples:

After years of working in a high-stress environment, she became inured to the constant pressure.
The soldiers were inured to the harsh conditions of war.

Mnemonics:

"Inured" sounds like "endured," which can help you remember that it means being accustomed to and enduring something.

Etymology:

Origin:

"Inure" comes from the Middle English word "enuren," which means "to accustom" or "to habituate." It can be traced back to the Old French word "eno(u)rer" and the Latin word "inurare," both of which have similar meanings.

Historical Usage:

The word "inured" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the process of becoming accustomed to something through prolonged exposure or experience.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Be inured to"

Explanation:

This phrase is commonly used to indicate that someone has become accustomed or desensitized to something challenging, difficult, or unpleasant. For example, "He was inured to criticism and didn't let negative comments affect him."

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "inured" with "endured."

Explanation:

While "inured" and "endured" have similar sounds, they have different meanings. "Inured" refers to becoming accustomed to something, while "endured" means to bear or tolerate something unpleasant or difficult.