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

It teaches the difference between boyhood and manhood, between self-indulgence and self-restraint.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

Your stories are a great reminder of what sports teaches high school students about life.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026

“Nobody teaches you in school the business of being an influencer,” he said.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 25, 2026

However, she found new ways of coping with her condition following a three-week intensive programme at Knockbracken Health Care Park in Belfast, which teaches psychological techniques to deal with pain rather than relying on medication.

From BBC ● Aug. 23, 2026

Mr. Kazilly, who teaches us both English and history, is a certified crazy man, at least in our opinion.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper