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unacclimated

/ˌʌnˈæk.ləˌmeɪ.tɪd/
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unacclimated Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

North American Not physiologically or physically adapted to a new climate, altitude, or environmental condition.

Example

"Unacclimated hikers often experience shortness of breath and fatigue when ascending to high mountain elevations too quickly."

2

North American Not yet accustomed or adjusted to a new situation, routine, or social environment.

Example

"Still unacclimated to the fast pace of the corporate office, the new intern needed several weeks to find her footing."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Unacclimated' is primarily used in American English, whereas British English speakers more commonly use 'unacclimatized' or 'unacclimatised'.

• Nearby Words

unacceptable
unacceptably
unaccepted
unacclimated
unacclimatized
unaccommodating
unaccompanied

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unacclimated. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unacclimated
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