inject
0 antonyms and opposites of inject, grouped by meaning.
Verb — To force a liquid, especially medicine or a drug, into the body using a needle.
How to use inject
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin inicere/injicere, "to throw into," from in- plus iacere, "to throw."
Full origin of inject →Frequently asked questions
What does “inject” mean?
The word “inject” means to force a liquid, especially medicine or a drug, into the body using a needle. In plain terms, to force something (a liquid, or figuratively money, humor, energy) into something else.
How do you pronounce “inject”?
“Inject” is pronounced ihn-JEHKT (/ɪnˈd͡ʒɛkt/ in IPA).
How do you use “inject” in a sentence?
Here is “inject” used in a sentence: “The nurse injected the vaccine into his upper arm.”
What part of speech is “inject”?
“Inject” is a verb.
Where does the word “inject” come from?
The word “inject” comes from Latin. From Latin inicere/injicere, "to throw into," from in- plus iacere, "to throw.".
Is “inject” a common word?
“Inject” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “inject” have?
“Inject” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to force a liquid, especially medicine or a drug, into the body using a needle.