engrained
/ɪnˈɡreɪnd/
adjective
- Firmly fixed or established in a person's mind, character, or habits; deeply rooted.
- Her engrained optimism helped her through difficult times.
- His engrained fear of heights made it hard to climb ladders.
- The team had an engrained culture of hard work and dedication.
- Dyed or colored thoroughly so that the color is permanent.
- The artist preferred engrained colors that would last for centuries.
- The wood had an engrained reddish hue from the natural stain.
- The engrained pattern on the fabric did not wash out.
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