1. to make something part of one’s own thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes
Usage: British spelling
2. to keep thoughts or feelings inside oneself rather than expressing them
Usage: British spelling

Examples

• She internalises criticism too much and becomes overly self-critical.
• The child internalises the values taught by his parents.
• He internalises his anger instead of talking about his problems.
• Students need time to internalise new concepts before moving on.
• The therapy helped her stop internalising blame for the accident.
• Many teenagers internalise societal pressures about appearance.