SECOND NATURE Synonyms
There are 2 hypernyms of the phrase second nature. (close relations)
Definition of SECOND NATURE
Best Alternative Words for SECOND NATURE
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automatic | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • operating with minimal human intervention; independent of external control noun • self-loading rifle capable of automatic fire • a pistol that will keep firing until the ammunition is gone or the trigger is released adjective satellite • resembling the unthinking functioning of a machine • without volition or conscious control | ||||||||
convention | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a large formal assembly • something regarded as a normative example • (diplomacy) an international agreement • orthodoxy as a consequence of being conventional • the act of convening | ||||||||
custom | noun, adjectiven, adj | |||||||
adjective • made according to the specifications of an individual noun • accepted or habitual practice • a specific practice of long standing • money collected under a tariff • habitual patronage | ||||||||
habit | nounn | |||||||
noun • an established custom • (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition • a distinctive attire worn by a member of a religious order • the general form or mode of growth (especially of a plant or crystal) • attire that is typically worn by a horseback rider (especially a woman's attire) • excessive use of drugs verb • put a habit on | ||||||||
practice | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a customary way of operation or behavior • systematic training by multiple repetitions • translating an idea into action • the exercise of a profession • knowledge of how something is usually done verb • carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions • learn by repetition • engage in a rehearsal (of) • avail oneself to • engage in or perform | ||||||||
reflex | nounn | |||||||
noun • an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus adjective satellite • without volition or conscious control | ||||||||
routine | nounn | |||||||
noun • an unvarying or habitual method or procedure • a short performance that is part of a longer program • a set sequence of steps, part of larger computer program adjective satellite • found in the ordinary course of events | ||||||||
tradition | nounn | |||||||
noun • an inherited pattern of thought or action • a specific practice of long standing |