Instilled
/ɪnˈstɪld/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Past tense of instill; to gradually but firmly establish an idea or attitude in a person's mind.
The judge instilled a sense of justice in the courtroom.
Forms
- instill
- instils
- instilling
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Commentary
Use 'instilled' when referring to a completed action of implanting legal principles or values.
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