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Imbue

verb
ɪmˈbjuː

Meaning

Mixing some idea or feeling deeply into someone's mind
to inspire or permeate with a feeling or quality

Example Sentences

The teacher tried to imbue students with a love for learning.

The teacher's passion for history imbued the students with curiosity.

Synonyms

Inspire, Instill, Inculcate, instill, infuse, inspire, permeate, ingrain
Entry 1
Inspire, Instill, Inculcate
Entry 2
instill, infuse, inspire, permeate, ingrain

Antonyms

Remove, Drain, Extract, drain, remove, deprive
Entry 1
Remove, Drain, Extract
Entry 2
drain, remove, deprive

Collocations

imbue with, deeply imbue, imbue spirit, imbue culture

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