Entity: INVETERATE
Inveterate refers to someone who is settled or confirmed in a habit, practice, feeling, or the like. It describes a person who does something very often and cannot stop doing it, often seen as a signature habit.
INVETERATE
Etymology
The term 'inveterate' originated from the Latin adjective 'vetus' meaning 'old'. The adjective 'inveterate' was first attested in 1528, derived from Latin 'inveterātus' meaning 'of long standing, chronic'.
Definition
Inveterate refers to someone who is settled or confirmed in a habit, practice, feeling, or the like. It describes a person who does something very often and cannot stop doing it, often seen as a signature habit.
Historical Context
Inveterate has been a part of the English language since the 15th century, signifying a long-standing behavior or characteristic.
Cultural Significance
In modern usage, being inveterate is often associated with having a strong attachment or inclination towards a particular habit or activity.
Related Concepts
Similar concepts include entrenched, ingrained, habitual, and chronic behavior.
See Also
A person who is settled or confirmed in a habit, practice, feeling, or the like, often unable to stop doing it.