Be set in (one's) ways In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "be set in (one's) ways", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2021-11-10 08:11

Meaning of Be set in (one's) ways

Synonyms:

fixed in (one's) ways

Be set in (one's) ways disapproval phrase

To be rigid and unwilling to change one's habits, behaviors, opinions, etc.

My brother is too set in his ways to quit smoking.

I think you won't persuade him to change his job. He is set in his ways.

Once she has a bad impression of someone, she will keep her prejudices about them. She's too set in her ways.

Other phrases about:

A Leopard Cannot Change its Spots

It means people cannot change their nature like personalities, habits, etc.

(as) stiff as a poker

To stand still, to be unbending, immutable and a little bit odd.

Why break the habit of a lifetime?

Said when you are not sure whether one's intention to change a bad habit is true or not
 

stick up (one's) ass

A rude phrase expressing contempt, disgust, or anger to someone who has a rigid or serious demeanor

stiff as a poker

To stand still, to be unbending, immutable and a little bit odd.

Grammar and Usage of Be set in (one's) ways

Verb Forms

  • be set in (one's) ways
  • am/is/are set in (one's) ways
  • was/were set in (one's) ways

The verb "be" should be conjugated according to its tense.

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