teaches

VERB

educate; instill knowledge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

advise coach demonstrate develop direct explain instruct lecture prepare show train tutor

STRONG

brainwash brief catechize communicate cram discipline drill edify enlighten exercise expound fit form ground guide illustrate imbue impart implant inculcate indoctrinate inform initiate interpret nurture profess rear school sharpen

WEAK

break in give instruction give lessons give the facts improve mind open eyes polish up pound into show the ropes

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse hide learn neglect

STRONG

abandon destroy ignore keep mislead obscure secret

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teaches

Then he was told about a school that secretly teaches general subjects alongside its religious curriculum.

From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026

If the story of vitamin C and cancer teaches us anything, it is that science rarely moves in straight lines.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026

Evie Roberts, a silversmith who teaches jewellery-making at the centre, said people needed to be educated about the dangers of discarding bottles or cigarettes, which can cause fires.

From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026

“It’s not what I saw, it’s what I smelled,” said Rodriguez, who teaches at a school outside the odor zone.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026

She teaches Max to sing the song while I slice the bread and boil the eggs.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron