Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Instill.
How to pronounce instill:
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Instill - as a verb
Impart gradually
Example: "Her presence instilled faith into the children"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
transfuse12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
add5bestow11bring8contribute14impart10lend5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Produce or try to produce a vivid impression of
Example: "Mother tried to ingrain respect for our elders in us"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impress11ingrain8Teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
Example: "Inculcate values into the young generation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inculcate13infuse9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
drill6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Fill, as with a certain quality
Example: "The heavy traffic tinctures the air with carbon monoxide"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impregnate15infuse9tincture10Example Sentences
"Parents should instill good values in their children."
"The coach tries to instill a sense of discipline in the team."
"Teachers aim to instill a love of learning in their students."
"She is determined to instill confidence in her employees."
"The mentor's goal is to instill a strong work ethic in his mentees."
Word Game Points
Is INSTILL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, instill is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INSTILL has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is INSTILL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, instill is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINSTILL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is INSTILL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, instill is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINSTILL has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
