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infuse
[in-fyooz]
verb (used with object)
to introduce, as if by pouring; cause to penetrate; instill (usually followed byinto ).
The energetic new principal infused new life into the school.
to imbue or inspire (usually followed bywith ).
The new coach infused the team with enthusiasm.
to steep or soak (leaves, bark, roots, etc.) in a liquid so as to extract the soluble properties or ingredients.
Obsolete., to pour in.
verb (used without object)
to undergo infusion; become infused.
Leave the solution to infuse overnight.
infuse
/ ɪnˈfjuːz /
verb
to instil or inculcate
to inspire; emotionally charge
to soak or be soaked in order to extract flavour or other properties
rare, (foll by into) to pour
Other Word Forms
- infuser noun
- reinfuse verb (used with object)
- superinfuse verb (used with object)
- uninfused adjective
- uninfusing adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of infuse1
Example Sentences
In the LP, which dropped on Valentine’s Day, he infused corridos with Chicano rap in the swaggering title track and embraced reggaeton in the playful “Loco.”
In early-career interviews, it’s clear Burrell was already drawn to a style of teaching that was theatrical, precise, and infused with joy; the kind of instruction that makes you lean in, listen, and try again.
He's not tried getting new organs yet - as far as we know - but has infused himself with his 17-year-old son's plasma.
Once it’s dry, the team applies a second coat of glaze pigment infused with black carbon nanoparticles.
So the tone of the books infused the scripts.”
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