infusion
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for infusion, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A drink made by steeping something like tea, herbs, or fruit in hot water.
How to use infusion
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin infusio, "a pouring into," from infundere.
Full origin of infusion →Frequently asked questions
What does “infusion” mean?
The word “infusion” means a drink made by steeping something like tea, herbs, or fruit in hot water. In plain terms, a steeped drink, a boost of money, or a slow medical drip into a vein — the sense depends on context.
How do you pronounce “infusion”?
“Infusion” is pronounced ihn-FYOO-zhuhn (/ɪnˈfjuːʒən/ in IPA).
How do you use “infusion” in a sentence?
Here is “infusion” used in a sentence: “He prefers a ginger infusion to coffee in the morning.”
What part of speech is “infusion”?
“Infusion” is a noun.
Where does the word “infusion” come from?
The word “infusion” comes from Latin. From Latin infusio, "a pouring into," from infundere.
Is “infusion” a common word?
“Infusion” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “infusion” have?
“Infusion” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a drink made by steeping something like tea, herbs, or fruit in hot water.