Ingrained Definition & Meaning

ingrained
adjective
  1. (used especially of ideas or principles) deeply rooted; firmly fixed or held; "deep-rooted prejudice"; "deep- seated differences of opinion"; "implanted convictions"; "ingrained habits of a lifetime"; "a deeply planted need"

"Ingrained" in song lyrics

See how ingrained is used in real songs:

  • "Invadin your brain, negative pictures just get ingrained"
    Akir — Apocalypse
  • "Hip hop MC, b-boy stance ingrained"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled — Compatible
  • "And you can ask any local wack rapper to show you where the teeth are ingrained"
    Brother Ali — Fire in the Eye

Usage tips for "ingrained"

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