1. having adopted or adapted to the cultural traits of another group
Usage: anthropology; sociology

Examples

• The immigrant family became acculturated to American customs over several generations.
• Acculturated students often serve as bridges between their heritage culture and their new environment.
• The researcher studied how quickly refugees became acculturated to their host country.
• Many acculturated individuals maintain aspects of both their original and adopted cultures.
• The acculturated community preserved some traditional practices while embracing new ones.
• Children of immigrants are often more acculturated than their parents.