|
|
in·struct
 instruct
- pronunciation:
- ihn
struhkt
- features:
- Word History, Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
instructed, instructing, instructs |
| definition 1: |
to teach; educate; inform.
The coach instructed us in the rules of the sport.The supervisor instructed them in the operation of the new machine.Could you instruct me as to how to fill out this form?- synonyms:
- educate, inform, school, teach
- similar words:
- advise, apprise, brief, coach, drill, edify, enlighten, familiarize, indoctrinate, initiate, lesson, train, tutor
|
| definition 2: |
to order or direct; command.
The troops were instructed to cease fire.The police instructed the people to stay in their homes.- synonyms:
- bid, command, direct, order, tell
- similar words:
- charge, enjoin
|
| related words: |
call, counsel, dictate, discipline, form, guide, inform, prime, qualify, require, show |
Instruct is from a Latin word that means "to equip or furnish with information."
Word Builder: instruct +
- instructor:
a person who instructs.
|
|