Synonyms of second nature

second nature

noun

as in ritual

a usual manner of behaving or doing

speaking and thinking in Japanese simply became second nature to her during the years she spent in Kyoto

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ritual
• habit
• way
• trick
• practice
• custom
• pattern
• tendency
• fashion
• routine
• wont
• style
• addiction
• inclination
• mode
• habitude
• usage
• manners
• characteristic
• disposition
• turn
• use
• convention
• tenor
• trait
• proclivity
• regime
• bag
• groove
• bent
• set
• peculiarity
• attribute
• regimen
• mores
• rut
• form
• affectation
• jog trot
• singularity
• drill
• eccentricity
• airs
• pose
• oddity
• deportment
• rote
• quirk
• tic
• mark
• kink

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of second nature

During a March 2025 appearance on Let’s Talk Media, Chase said slipping into Angelica’s voice has become second nature after decades of playing the character. — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026

McDaniel began making small adjustments to Justin Herbert’s footwork during organized team activities, and those changes have become second nature for the Chargers quarterback. — Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026

In a sport where mental fortitude is vital, checking in with herself is second nature for Merhige and preventing burnout is a core objective. — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Picking up a claw clip when your hair is on its last leg almost feels like second nature. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 8 July 2026