instill

[in-stil] / ɪnˈstɪl /

VERB

implant, introduce

Synonyms

STRONGEST

diffuse disseminate engender imbue impart inculcate inject inspire

STRONG

brainwash catechize engraft impregnate impress indoctrinate infiltrate infix infuse inoculate inseminate insert insinuate interject intermix program propagandize suffuse transfuse

WEAK

force in put in head

Antonyms

STRONGEST

take out

STRONG

leave alone neglect

WEAK

dislodge halt stop uproot

Example Sentences

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Louis Sr. instilled that work ethic in all of his family growing up.

From Los Angeles Times

Uzzaman wants to instill the fundamentals, but he said the students’ focus may have rubbed off on him.

From The Wall Street Journal

Luckily, I had a great mom and dad who really instilled in me a sense of self.

From Los Angeles Times

Sennott’s advice reflects the same audacious energy she instills in Maia.

From Salon

Athletics instill discipline, teamwork and resilience: values that stick with you long after the whistle blows.

From The Wall Street Journal