ASSIMILATE

[verb] - to take in, fit into, or become similar (to)The European Union should remain flexible enough to assimilate more countries quickly. [T]You shouldn't expect immigrants to assimilate into an alien culture immediately. [I]You'll need to assimilate (= learn and understand) all Einstein's work before doing this research. [T]Contraceptive advice should be given in a way that can be easily assimilated by the public. [T]By assimilating the styles of Van Gogh and Dufy she has produced some highly original paintings. [T]