Engrains

/ɪnˈɡreɪnz/ verb

Definition

Third-person singular present tense of engrain; to dye deeply, or to firmly establish beliefs or habits in someone.

Etymology

Present tense form of 'engrain,' used in contemporary contexts to describe the action of deep coloring or thorough establishment of ideas or practices.

Kelly Says

Modern psychology uses the concept of engraining to explain habit formation—repetition and reward engrain neural pathways just like dye engrains fabric, creating lasting behavioral patterns.

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