verb
inculcate
Inculcate (verb) means to teach by repeated instruction.
verb
1
To teach by repeated instruction.
2
To induce understanding or a particular sentiment in a person or persons.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin inculcātus, perfect passive participle of inculcō (“impress upon, force upon”) (see -ate (verb-forming suffix) and -ate (adjective-forming suffix)), from in- (“in”) + calcō (“tread upon, trample”), from calx (“heel”). Participial usage of the adjective up until Early Modern English.
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What is the meaning of inculcate?
"inculcate" (verb) means to teach by repeated instruction.
What are the different meanings of inculcate?
"inculcate" has 2 main meanings: 1. To teach by repeated instruction; 2. To induce understanding or a particular sentiment in a person or persons.