assimilation

/əˌsɪmɪˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the process of becoming similar to the culture of a society in which you live

“The immigrant’s assimilation into the local culture was a gradual process.”

2. noun

the process of absorbing or merging with another culture or society

“The company’s assimilation of the new technology improved its overall efficiency.”

3. noun

a state or process of being absorbed or merged with another culture or society

“The city’s assimilation into the metropolitan area has brought many economic benefits.”

4. noun

the state or process of a group or culture becoming absorbed or merged with another group or culture

“The tribe’s assimilation into the dominant culture led to a loss of their traditional way of life.”

5. verb

to become similar to the culture of a society in which you live

“She assimilated quickly into the local community and made many new friends.”

6. verb

to absorb or merge with another culture or society

“The company assimilated the new technology into its existing systems.”

Synonyms

  • absorption
  • incorporation
  • integration

Antonyms

  • isolation
  • segregation
  • separation