instill
verb (used with object)
Origin of instill
Synonyms for instill
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inspire, engender, disseminate, inculcate, inject, impart, diffuse, imbue, program, impregnate, suffuse, insert, interject, indoctrinate, inseminate, impress, brainwash, insinuate, intermix, propagandizeExamples from the Web for instill
Contemporary Examples of instill
Their playful exhibitions are often meant to be interactive and instill a childlike sense of joy in the viewer.
By working together on this capsule collection, we hope to instill a sense of power, confidence and beauty in women everywhere.
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May 22, 2014
They instill a macho culture right from the start of childhood.
Game of Thrones’ Sibel Kekilli Discusses Shae’s Treachery at the Trial of Tyrion LannisterMarlow Stern
May 13, 2014
For me, this child epitomizes the value of early schooling, the way it can instill a love of learning.
Just the words “airport” and “sushi” together are enough to instill fear in the seasoned flier.
Historical Examples of instill
It was not the purpose to instill the idea that this work was one of charity.
The Wonder Island Boys: Conquest of the SavagesRoger Thompson Finlay
But the right way to do it is to instill the idea of collaboration.
The Armed Forces OfficerU. S. Department of Defense
It was what he had been trying to instill ever since he had been made the captain of the team.
Baseball Joe, Captain of the TeamLester Chadwick
This will hide your nakedness, instill in you a sense of true modesty.
Do Unto OthersMark Clifton
Jorden's heart ached with longing to instill some kind of joy into him.
The ColonistsRaymond F. Jones