English dictionary
instill
/I/n'st/I/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
verb
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impart gradually
ExamplesHer presence instilled faith into the children.
Synonyms transfuseSource: WordNet 3.0
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enter drop by drop
ExamplesInstill medication into my eye.
Synonyms instilSource: WordNet 3.0
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produce or try to produce a vivid impression of
Source: WordNet 3.0
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teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
Source: WordNet 3.0
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fill, as with a certain quality
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To drop in; to pour in drop by drop; hence, to impart gradually; to infuse slowly; to cause to be imbibed.
Source: webster1913