Assimilation

/ɐsˌɪmɪlˈe‍ɪʃən/

/əˌsɪməˈɫeɪʃən/

Assimilation

in the theories of Jean Piaget: the application of a general schema to a particular instance

the process of assimilating new ideas into an existing cognitive structure

a phonological process where a sound becomes more similar to a neighboring sound in terms of one or more of its phonetic features

the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion

synonyms : absorption

the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another

synonyms : absorption

the state of being assimilated; people of different backgrounds come to see themselves as part of a larger national family

Examples

1. But assimilation has benefits and negatives.

2. Assimilation was important.

3. Lastly, we have assimilation.

4. And its subtle simplicity defies quick assimilation.