1. to gradually cause someone to have a particular attitude, feeling, or belief
2. to put drops of liquid into something, especially the eyes or nose
Usage: medical

Examples

• Good teachers instill a love of learning in their students.
• Her parents tried to instill strong moral values in her.
• The coach worked to instill confidence in the young athletes.
• Military training is designed to instill discipline and teamwork.
• The doctor will instill eye drops to treat the infection.
• Reading bedtime stories can instill a lifelong appreciation for books.
• The nurse carefully instilled the medication into the patient’s ear.