Inveterate
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What Does Inveterate Mean?
- 根深蒂固的
- 习惯性的
- 顽固的
Inveterate Pronunciation
/ɪnˈvɛtəˌreɪt/
Inveterate Definition
adjective
Definition
Having a particular habit, activity, or interest that is long-established and unlikely to change.
In ZH
有一种特定的习惯、活动或兴趣，长期以来一直存在且不太可能改变。
How to Use Inveterate in a Sentence
- He is an inveterate gambler who can't resist placing bets.
- She has been an inveterate reader since childhood, always with a book in hand.
- The inveterate smoker found it difficult to quit despite numerous attempts.
- Their inveterate rivalry fueled many heated debates over the years.
- He is known as an inveterate liar, often embellishing the truth.