Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ingrain
verb
/ɪnˈɡreɪn/
Definition
To firmly fix or establish a mindset, attitude, or behavior in someone or something.
Examples
- The lessons learned in childhood often ingrain important values for life.
- Her love for music was ingrain in her from an early age.
- The company’s culture was ingrain with a strong emphasis on teamwork.
Meaning
Ingrain refers to the process of deeply embedding qualities, habits, or ideas in an individual or object, making them an integral part of their nature or character.
Synonyms
- embed
- entrench
- instill
- root
- imprint
