EDUCATES Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

educates

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present tense third-person singular of educate

as in teaches

to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field a revered professor of astronomy who is credited with educating many of today's leading astronomers

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as in inspires

to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding the belief that parents better educate their children by example than by sending them to Sunday school

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Recent Examples of educates SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe. —

K. R. Callaway, Scientific American, 17 Apr. 2026 The department also launched the Real California Cannabis campaign, which educates consumers on the importance of only using products from licensed dispensaries and the safety risks of purchasing unregulated marijuana. —

Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 Apr. 2026

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The No Place for Hate initiative, which discourages bullying, celebrates diversity and teaches students how to treat others well.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026
This fun, beginner-friendly class teaches the fundamentals of Texas Hold’em, giving you the confidence to join a friendly game.

— Kris Slugg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Apr. 2026