Definitions

1. noun

A person’s or animal’s typical attitude, way of behaving, or bodily posture; a characteristic way of doing something.

“The habitus of the street performer was that of a confident artist.”

2. noun

A predisposition or tendency that is thought to be caused by a person’s social or economic background.

“Social inequality can affect an individual’s habitus in terms of their educational and career opportunities.”

3. noun

A pattern or style of thought or behavior that is characteristic of a particular group of people or a particular period of time.

“The habitus of the ancient Greek philosophers was one of curiosity and intellectual inquiry.”