superinduce

American  

[soo-per-in-doos, -dyoos] / ˌsu pər ɪnˈdus, -ˈdyus /

verb (used with object)

superinduced, superinducing

1. to bring in or induce as an added feature, circumstance, etc.; superimpose.

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superinduce British  

/ ˌsuːpərɪnˈdʌkʃən, ˌsuːpərɪnˈdjuːs /

verb

1. (tr) to introduce as an additional feature, factor, etc

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Other Word Forms

• superinducement noun
• superinduction noun

Etymology

Origin of superinduce

From the Latin word superindūcere, dating back to 1545–55. See super-, induce

Example Sentences

Why should the sun on the head superinduce visions of kobolds?

From In Troubadour-Land A Ramble in Provence and Languedoc by Baring-Gould, S. (Sabine)

He scanned the vagabond sharply, as he stood moulding a soft hat on his hands, and trying to superinduce an air of piteous appeal upon the natural gaiety of his swarthy face.

From The Minister's Charge by Howells, William Dean

The rank, aqueous fodders grown on such soils are other causes, but these again are calculated to undermine the character of the nervous and sanguineous temperament and to superinduce the lymphatic.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.

The historian's business is similar—to superinduce upon events the charm of order, and set them forth in the most lucid fashion he can manage.

From Works of Lucian of Samosata — Volume 02 by Fowler, F. G. (Francis George)

It always aggravates, irritates, and, furthermore, helps superinduce the evil the worrier is afraid of.

From Quit Your Worrying! by James, George Wharton