Definitions for instill

instill in·still

Spelling: [in-stil]
IPA: /ɪnˈstɪl/

Instill is a 7 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 7 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 10 points.

You can make 77 anagrams from letters in instill (iillnst).

Definitions for instill

verb (used with object)

  1. to infuse slowly or gradually into the mind or feelings; insinuate; inject:
  2. to put in drop by drop.

Origin of instill

1525-35; Latin instillāre, equivalent to in- in-2 + stillāre to drip; see distill

Examples for instill

Just the words “airport” and “sushi” together are enough to instill fear in the seasoned flier.

Their playful exhibitions are often meant to be interactive and instill a childlike sense of joy in the viewer.

The​y ​instill a macho culture right from the start of childhood.

For me, this child epitomizes the value of early schooling, the way it can instill a love of learning.

By working together on this capsule collection, we hope to instill a sense of power, confidence and beauty in women everywhere.

Jorden's heart ached with longing to instill some kind of joy into him.

It was not the purpose to instill the idea that this work was one of charity.

It was what he had been trying to instill ever since he had been made the captain of the team.

This will hide your nakedness, instill in you a sense of true modesty.

But the right way to do it is to instill the idea of collaboration.

Word Value for instill
Scrable

7

Words with friends

10

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