imbue

The word “imbue” has 2 syllables: im-bue

It's pronounced as /ɪmˈbjuː/


What is synonym and antonym for imbue?

In the thesaurus, “imbue” has 2 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for imbue along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for imbue

  • infuse
  • suffuse

Antonyms for imbue

  • deprive

Meanings of imbue

  • verb
    1. To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.
    2. In general, to act in a way which results in an object becoming completely permeated or impregnated by some quality.

Example Sentences

  • The teacher's enthusiasm helped imbue the students with a love for learning.
  • The artist's use of vibrant colors served to imbue the painting with a sense of joy.
  • Her personal experiences imbue her writing with authenticity and depth.
  • The mentor sought to imbue his apprentices with the values of integrity and hard work.
  • The ceremony was designed to imbue the new members with a sense of tradition and unity.

On this page you'll find 3 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imbue, such as: deprive, infuse, suffuse.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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damps

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