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inculcate

Pronunciation: /ˈɪnkʌlkeɪt/

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Definition of inculcate

verb

[with object]

instil (an idea, attitude, or habit) by persistent instruction:I tried to inculcate in my pupils an attitude of enquiry
teach (someone) an attitude, idea, or habit by persistent instruction:they will try to inculcate you with a respect for culture

Derivatives

inculcation
inculcator

Origin:

mid 16th century: from Latin inculcat- 'pressed in', from the verb inculcare, from in- 'into' + calcare 'to tread' (from calx, calc- 'heel')