Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
instil
verb
/ɪnˈstɪl/
Definition
To gradually but firmly establish an idea or attitude in a person’s mind.
Examples
- Teachers aim to instil a love for reading in their students.
- His experiences instilled a sense of responsibility in him.
Meaning
Instil refers to the process of imparting a particular quality, belief, or idea into someone’s thoughts or behavior over time.
Synonyms
- impart
- infuse
- ingrain
- entrench
