1. to put on or assume (a quality, characteristic, or garment)
Usage: formal; archaic
2. to provide or endow with a quality or ability
Usage: formal; archaic

Examples

• The ceremony indues the candidate with special authority.
• She indues herself with confidence before the presentation.
• The ritual indues participants with a sense of belonging.
• Time indues the old building with historical significance.
• The artist indues his work with deep emotion.
• Education indues students with critical thinking skills.