inculcation
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of inculcation
First recorded in 1550–60; from Latin inculcātiōn-, stem of inculcātiō, equivalent to inculcāt(us), past participle of inculcāre “to trample, impress, stuff in” + -iō -ion ( def. ); inculcate ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Habits arise from repeated responses to a stimulus, and the inculcation of socially useful habits is a major function of education.
From Time Magazine Archive
Prior to 1905, Chinese education had had for its primary purpose the inculcation of moral principles rather than the imparting of substantive information or facts.
From Time Magazine Archive
Aspects of the Rockefeller brothers’ upbringing became famous, including a 25-cent allowance, portions of which had to be set aside for charity and savings, and the inculcation that wealth brings great responsibility.
From The Guardian
And is the inculcation of religion a detriment to the nation?
From Time Magazine Archive
In an ideal world, Langa and other researchers say, efforts to prevent dementia would begin in childhood with strong investments in education and the inculcation of healthy habits.
From Scientific American
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