1. to fill or inspire with a quality or feeling
2. to steep or soak something in liquid to extract flavor or properties
3. to introduce or add gradually

Examples

• The coach tried to infuse the team with confidence before the big game.
• She infused her teaching with humor and creativity.
• Let the tea leaves infuse in hot water for five minutes.
• The chef infused the oil with herbs and spices.
• The new manager hopes to infuse fresh ideas into the company.
• Infuse the sauce with garlic by letting it simmer slowly.
• The artist infused traditional techniques with modern themes.