acculturation
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British pronunciation
/ɐkˌʌltʃəɹˈeɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "acculturation"in English

Acculturation
01

the process of cultural exchange and adaptation when individuals or groups from different cultures come into contact, leading to changes in their respective cultural patterns

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The immigrant community experienced acculturation as they integrated aspects of the host country's culture into their own traditions.
Acculturation often occurs in multicultural urban environments, where diverse communities interact and influence each other.
02

the process of assimilating new ideas into an existing cognitive structure

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