Inculcate

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈɪn.kÊŒl.keɪt/

Origin

From inculcātus, perfect passive participle of inculcō ("impress upon, force upon"), from in + calcō ("tread upon, trample"), from calx ("heel").

Full definition of inculcate

Verb

1. (transitive) To teach by repeated instruction.
2. (transitive) To induce understanding or a particular sentiment in a person or persons.