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instilled

[in-stild] / ɪnˈstɪld /
ADJECTIVE
dyed-in-the-wool
Synonyms
WEAK
absolute complete confirmed congenital deep-down deep-dyed deep-rooted deep-seated deeply ingrained die-hard entrenched fixed full-fledged genuine hardened infixed ingrained long-standing out and out thorough thoroughgoing through-and-through to the core true unchangeable uncompromising utter well-established

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Simmons spoke of having a “strong work ethic” that was instilled by her parents, who started bringing her to work when she was only four.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

While the war in Iran lately has instilled volatility in the market, the software selloff began in earnest at the end of January.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

He instilled confidence in me and made me believe I could achieve anything.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

Mabel’s grandmother instilled in her an appreciation for nature as a reminder that she’s part of something greater than herself.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Especially if the father has instilled values in his kids and has always been there for them to show them the right way and the right things to do.

From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones