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

History teaches us that they are asking the wrong question.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026

LoBue has worked to develop educational materials, including an online course that teaches seafarers how to recognize whale behavior, report sightings and avoid collision.

From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026

It’s like a proof of concept for the course for women she teaches, for just under $300 a head.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026

She teaches environmental education at Warren Wilson College.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 15, 2026

But for my twin who now teaches school and murders tree trunks I have heard various words applied by our neighbors, none with much fondness.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver