acclimation
Definitions
The process of becoming accustomed to a new climate or environment.
The physiological adjustment of an organism to changes in its immediate surroundings.
Examples
The athletes arrived in the mountains a week early to ensure proper acclimation to the high altitude.
Moving to a new country requires a period of acclimation to adjust to the different cultural norms and climate.
Synonyms
adaptation adjustment acclimatization habituation orientation familiarization