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

The University of Brighton says it teaches students how to create "content that cuts through the noise".

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

Sepulveda, a Van Nuys alumnus who teaches P.E. at a local middle school, is concerned along with baseball parents about whether there will be a season in 2027.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 27, 2026

As the series begins, the chief fracas involves Nina, an LPA mom who also owns a Pilates studio and teaches free exercise classes to the boys at the school.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

While Jesus teaches forgiveness, she said, she deserves accountability too.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 23, 2026

We want education that teaches our true history and our role in this present day society.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon