instilling
ɪnˈstɪlɪŋ
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Definition of instilling - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
gradual introductionprocess of gradually introducing ideas or feelings
  • The instilling of confidence took time.
implantation inculcation indoctrination
2.
educationmethod of teaching through repeated instruction
  • Instilling discipline requires consistent effort.
inculcation indoctrination

Adjective

1.
introducing ideaRareintroducing something into someone's mind slowlyRare
  • Her instilling words left a lasting impact on the audience.
imbuing implanting inculcating
2.
emotional developmentRarecausing a feeling to develop slowlyRare
  • Her instilling presence brought peace to the room.
imbuing inculcating
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Origin of instilling

Latin, instillare (to drop in)

Terms with instilling included in their meaning

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instilling fear
person who instills fear for coercion
prevention
prevent something from happening by instilling fear
instilling hesitation
making someone hesitate or reconsider
instilling fear
act intended to instill fear in a population

Examples of instilling in a sentence

  • Instilling of values starts at a young age.
  • Instilling values in children is crucial.
  • The instilling of knowledge takes time.
  • His instilling advice shaped my career choices.
  • The instilling lessons from her parents guided her throughout life.
  • His instilling words encouraged the team to persevere.

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  1. French:inculcation, éducatif, ...
  2. German:Einprägung, einflößend, ...
  3. Italian:instillazione, persuasivo, ...
  4. Spanish:inculcación, inculcador, ...
  5. Portuguese:inculcação, incutindo, ...
  6. Chinese:培养, 灌输的, ...
  7. Japanese:植え付け, 浸透する, ...
  8. Arabic:غَرْس, مُتَغَلْغِل, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַחְדָּרָה, מַטְמִיעַ, ...
  10. Russian:внушение, внедряющий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:виховання, внедряючий, ...
  12. Hindi:संचार, प्रवेशक, ...