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instil

The correct spelling is instil.

How to pronounce instil

verb

IPA: /ɪnˈstɪl/

Say it like: Ins-til

The correct spelling is instil. To cause a quality to become part of someone's nature. For example: "It is important to instill discipline in a child at an early age."

Usage Examples

It is important to instill discipline in a child at an early age.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To cause a quality to become part of someone's nature.
  2. 2.To pour in (medicine, for example) drop by drop.

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