instilled

[ in-stild ]

adjective

1. infused slowly or gradually into the mind or feelings:

   In some regions of the world, culturally instilled values are an enduring barrier to achieving sustainability.

2. put into something drop by drop:

   Where a patient reacts to the instilled eye medication with dilation of the pupils, it could suggest Horner's syndrome.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of instill ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of instilled¹

instill + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

He was played by Woon-A-Tai, who calls him "a brilliant instructor who instilled a lot of confidence in us", while also making gun safety a top priority.

From BBC

Bobby Mascia, CEO and founder of Green Ridge Wealth Planning, believes that 9/11, which occurred during millennials’ formative years, is one of the first major disruptions that instilled a sense of uncertainty.

From Salon

“We instilled a fear that if you cheat, you will be found out at some time,” Sanders replied.

From Los Angeles Times

"Witnessing the level of care taken by the Parole Board instilled in me genuine confidence regarding how the offender will be managed upon release."

From BBC

You instilled in me a belief in goodness.

From Los Angeles Times