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teaches

VERB

educate; instill knowledge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advise coach demonstrate develop direct explain instruct lecture prepare show train tutor

STRONG

brainwash brief catechize communicate cram discipline drill edify enlighten exercise expound fit form ground guide illustrate imbue impart implant inculcate indoctrinate inform initiate interpret nurture profess rear school sharpen

WEAK

break in give instruction give lessons give the facts improve mind open eyes polish up pound into show the ropes

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse hide learn neglect

STRONG

abandon destroy ignore keep mislead obscure secret

Example Sentences

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“Fans believe in her sincerity,” said Kevin Trowbridge, a Belmont University professor who teaches a course as part of the “Dolly U” program.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Rivas’ opponent is Raquel Zamora, who teaches English in the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

It teaches us about rampant new demand from the Chinese middle class, and the long-hanging economic effects of the Vietnam War.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

First-year baseball coach Dino Flores of Fremont High teaches health, and for the entire semester, he had a freshman from Venezuela, Roiber Colmenares, sitting in class.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

After school, my teacher, Miss Johnson, teaches me.

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes