acclivities

Meanings

• noun

  A state or condition of gradual incline or ascent.

• noun

  The act of adjusting or accustoming oneself to a new situation, environment, or condition.

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Variants

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acclivities , acclivity

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'acclivis', meaning 'sloping', 'inclined'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'acclivities' is not commonly used in everyday language, but it can add depth and richness to your writing or speech when used appropriately.

2. In Latin, 'acclivis' is also used to describe a slope or incline, particularly one that is steep or rugged.

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1. adaptation: The process of adjusting to new conditions.

2. acclimation: The process of becoming accustomed to a new environment.

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In literature, 'acclivities' is often used metaphorically to describe the process of adapting to new situations or environments. For example, in Shakespeare's 'As You Like It', the character Jaques says, 'Sweet are the uses of adversity; Which, like the toad, ugly and venomous, Wears yet a precious jewel in his head.' This quote suggests that, although adversity can be difficult and unpleasant, it can also lead to growth and adaptation, or 'acclivities'.

How to Memorize "acclivities"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a mountain with a gradual incline. This is the state or condition of acclivities.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'acclivities' with the idea of adapting to new situations or environments.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Try creating a mnemonic using the first letter of each word in 'A Sloth Climbs Inclines Very Easily'. This can help you remember the definition of acclivities as 'a state or condition of gradual incline or ascent'.

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