Inculcate

Pronunciation: /ˈɪŋkəlˌkeɪt/

Inculcate (verb)

  1. To teach something by repeating it many times until it is learned.
  2. To make someone accept an idea or feeling by persistent teaching.

Examples

  • Teachers inculcate good study habits in students.
  • Parents often inculcate manners in their children.

Common collocations: inculcate knowledge, inculcate skills, inculcate values, inculcate respect, inculcate discipline

Synonyms of Inculcate

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Inculcate

  • failing to teach or impress