instilled
Americanadjective
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infused slowly or gradually into the mind or feelings.
In some regions of the world, culturally instilled values are an enduring barrier to achieving sustainability.
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put into something drop by drop.
Where a patient reacts to the instilled eye medication with dilation of the pupils, it could suggest Horner's syndrome.
verb
Etymology
Origin of instilled
Example Sentences
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Syrskiy’s Soviet-era military education instilled an understanding of ever-changing tactics, according to Mykola Bielieskov, a senior fellow at Ukrainian National Institute for Strategic Studies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
That definitely instilled in him this fear of confrontation, fear of any kind of high emotions.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
He led them to fourth place at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and has instilled discipline and tactical nous.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
My father was a coach, and he instilled: You may not be the most talented, but be someone they can count on.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
My parents had instilled in me a strong work ethic and a nothing-but-the-best mentality.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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