indoctrinate

verb

in-ˈdäk-trə-ˌnāt How to pronounce indoctrinate (audio)
Definition of indoctrinatenext
as in to teach
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field indoctrinated children in proper safety procedures

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  1. teach
  2. educate
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  • She's taught in Harvard University’s Division of Continuing Education and authored the bestselling books Captivate and Cues in 18+ languages.
    — Big Think, Big Think, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Sharing vegetables, limiting sugary beverages and eating lean protein will teach children over time what healthy meals consist of and these behaviors can have lasting benefits as children age and make food choices on their own.
    — Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
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  • This strategy aims to educate and register Hispanic voters in over 40 states through 2028, prioritizing Florida, Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Some even pay regulatory fines rather than change, often because decision-makers have not been educated about the available options and long-term economics.
    — Zev Laine, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of educate
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