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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teaches

“This teaches us to not be laid back, to keep our foot on the gas. I think we’re better than last season because we have more versatility.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2026

Then he was told about a school that secretly teaches general subjects alongside its religious curriculum.

From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026

If the story of vitamin C and cancer teaches us anything, it is that science rarely moves in straight lines.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026

"If everyone is the same, it teaches you in life you've got to have uniforms depending on your job," he said.

From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026

“No, no. She went to the high school. She teaches there now. My teaching methods are a little different from hers, but I have a feeling you’ll enjoy yourselves.”

From "A Mango-Shaped Space" by Wendy Mass