instilling

/ɪnˈstɪlɪŋ/
verb
  1. Present participle of instill; gradually introducing or imparting an idea, feeling, or quality into someone's mind.
    • She is instilling a sense of responsibility in her children through daily chores.
    • The program focuses on instilling good study habits in students.
    • By telling stories, the elder was instilling respect for tradition in the younger generation.
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noun
  1. The act or process of gradually introducing something into someone's mind.
    • The instilling of discipline takes time and patience.
    • His method of instilling confidence involved lots of encouragement.
    • The school emphasizes the instilling of core values from an early age.
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