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indoctrinated

[in-dok-truh-ney-tid] / ɪnˈdɒk trəˌneɪ tɪd /
ADJECTIVE
convinced
Synonyms


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Lisa knew nothing of the game before she met Paul, but was soon indoctrinated.

From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025

Once a viewer is indoctrinated, however, they may find it difficult to refrain from puzzling over its message.

From Salon • Nov. 26, 2025

The parents say that their kids are being indoctrinated, even though they’re just being exposed to narratives about the world around them.

From Slate • Apr. 29, 2025

“She really just indoctrinated me into the joys of being generous and helping people, really helping people,” Moreno told The Associated Press.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2024

Was it simply expected that he would become indoctrinated into the blinding passion of the Mojo mystique just like everyone else?

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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