How Do You Spell INSTILLS?

Pronunciation: [ɪnstˈɪlz] (IPA)

The word "instills" is spelled with double "l" to indicate the pronunciation of /l/ sound more strongly. This is marked by the doubling of the consonant following a vowel, which is a common spelling convention in English. The IPA phonetic transcription of the word "instills" is /ɪnˈstɪlz/, with stress on the second syllable. It means to introduce or cause something to be absorbed gradually, as in "The teacher instills a love of learning in her students."

INSTILLS Meaning and Definition

1. The verb "instills" refers to the act of imparting or introducing something gradually or carefully into someone's mind, feelings, or character. It is an intentional and purposeful process of imbuing or infusing a particular quality, idea, belief, or behavior into someone's consciousness, with the intention of influencing or shaping their thoughts or attitudes.

   To instill something is to gradually and persistently foster or promote it, causing it to become deeply ingrained or rooted within an individual. This can occur through various means, such as through deliberate teaching, repetitive exposure, or leading by example. The goal of instilling is to create a lasting impact, so that the person internalizes, adopts, or embraces the desired quality or concept as their own.

   A person or entity that instills something often has a sense of purpose, whether it be instilling values, principles, discipline, confidence, knowledge, or skills. This process can occur in various contexts, such as education, parenting, mentorship, coaching, or even advertising. Instilling can have positive connotations, as it can help shape individuals for the better, fostering personal growth, development, and positive behavioral changes. However, it can also carry negative connotations if the intention is to manipulate, indoctrinate, or impose beliefs or behaviors without due consideration for personal autonomy or critical thinking.

Top Common Misspellings for INSTILLS *

• instils 76.4705882%
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• instll 11.7647058%

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Other Common Misspellings for INSTILLS

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Etymology of INSTILLS

The word "instills" originated from the Latin word "instillare". It comes from the combination of the prefix "in-" meaning "in" or "into", and the Latin word "stillare", which means "to drop" or "to drip". Combining these two elements, "instillare" means "to pour in" or "to introduce gradually". Over time, this Latin term evolved into the Old French word "enstiller", which eventually became "instill" in English during the 16th century. The term "instills" is the present tense conjugation of "instill", thus continuing the historical origin of this word.

Similar spelling words for INSTILLS

• incitive,
• instability,
• inactive,
• instilling,
• in-situ,
• instillment,
• instant,
• instinct,
• installs,
• instill,
• install,
• instil,
• instantiate,
• instilment,
• inmost,
• instillator,
• inositol,
• inaction,
• instal,
• In situ.

Conjugate verb Instills

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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PRESENT

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