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
- To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.
- 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.
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