Inculcate

usgb/ɪnˈkʌlkeɪt/
verb

To teach a person or group to accept a set of beliefs or behaviors by repetition and insistence, so they begin to think and act in the same way.

The school's mission is to inculcate students with a love for learning.
Visual representation of "inculcate" - To teach a person or group to accept a set of beliefs or behaviors by repetition and insistence, so they begin to think and act in the same way

Often appears as...

  • inculcate values
  • inculcate a sense of

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Behavior Change

Inculcate emphasizes a change in behavior or thought, often through repeated teaching.

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Teachers inculcate good manners in students to prepare them for society.
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Long-term Process

Inculcation isn't instant; it suggests a gradual process that takes time and effort.

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The military regimen aims to inculcate discipline over the course of training.
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Active Effort

Using 'inculcate' implies deliberate action to teach, not accidental or informal learning.

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The leadership program was designed to inculcate a sense of responsibility.
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