1. to make something part of one’s own thoughts, beliefs, or attitudes
Usage: third person singular present tense of internalize
2. to keep thoughts or feelings inside oneself rather than expressing them
Usage: psychology

Examples

• She internalizes criticism and becomes very self-conscious.
• The child internalizes the values taught by his parents.
• He internalizes his anger instead of talking about it.
• The student internalizes the grammar rules through practice.
• She internalizes stress, which affects her health.
• The team internalizes the coach’s philosophy over time.