Meaning & Definition of word "Habit"

Habit

/ˈhæbɪt/

1. A regular practice or routine, often one that is hard to give up.
- Example: She has a habit of procrastinating her assignments until the last minute.
2. An acquired behavior pattern regularly followed until it has become almost involuntary.
- Example: He developed a habit of jogging every morning for his health.
3. A customary practice or tendency.
- Example: His habit of reading before bed has improved his sleep quality.
4. A behavior that is repeated regularly and tends to occur subconsciously.
- Example: Biting nails is a common habit that many people struggle to break.
5. An established routine or pattern of behavior.
- Example: Good study habits can lead to better academic performance.

Middle English, from Old French 'habite', from Latin 'habitus' meaning 'condition, appearance, dress'.

bad habit:

A negative pattern of behavior that is often hard to break.

have a habit of:

To frequently do something, especially something that has become routine.

break the habit:

To stop doing something that has become a regular practice.

routine:

A regular course of procedure.

custom:

A traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something.

tendency:

An inclination toward a particular characteristic or type of behavior.

Meaning: Addiction

Example Sentence: He's got a real habit for gaming; he spends all his free time playing.

Meaning: Tick

Example Sentence: She has a habit of biting her nails when she’s nervous.