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Definitions

teach

[teech] / titʃ /
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 ignore mislead obscure

Example Sentences

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I teach these histories and champion these gains.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

In a new Intuit poll, 81% of parents said their current financial stress has made them realize how important it is to teach their kids about money.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

The country decided to send over 200 military experts to the region to teach the best ways to defend its valuable infrastructure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

“And I think that we don’t look at it as getting back to something. We look at it as everything is a learning opportunity. ‘What does that teach us?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

“I’m going to teach you a new song.”

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.