infuse

• Verbo que significa introducir o impregnar algo con una sustancia o cualidad, o infundir un sentimiento o cualidad en alguien o algo.

A verb meaning to introduce or soak something with a substance or quality, or to instill a feeling or quality into someone or something.

1. Instill through repetitionB2formal

   To teach or impress something upon someone by frequent repetition or admonishment.

   inculcar

   • The mentor infused a sense of discipline in his students through daily drills.
   • Parents often infuse values in their children by repeating important lessons.
   • The coach infused confidence into the team by constant encouragement.

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2. Fill with a qualityB2formal

   To fill or imbue someone or something with a particular quality or feeling.

   infundir

   • Her speech infused the audience with hope and determination.
   • The artist infused the painting with vibrant energy and emotion.
   • The leader infused every project with a spirit of collaboration.

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3. Undergo infusionB1formalculinary

   To undergo the process of extracting flavors or properties by steeping in a liquid.

   Infundirse (por inmersión)

   • Let the tea infuse for five minutes before drinking.
   • The herbs need to infuse in hot water to release their aroma.
   • The chef let the spices infuse in the sauce overnight.

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4. Steep to extract flavorB1formalculinary

   To leave a substance in a liquid so that the liquid absorbs its flavor or cleansing properties.

   Infusionar

   • Infuse the oil with garlic and rosemary for a rich taste.
   • She infused the water with lemon and mint for a refreshing drink.
   • The recipe calls for infusing vinegar with fresh herbs.

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5. Administer intravenouslyC1formalmedical

   To introduce a substance into the body through a vein for therapeutic purposes.

   infundir por vía intravenosa

   • The nurse infused the saline solution into the patient's arm.
   • Chemotherapy drugs are often infused over several hours.
   • The doctor ordered a blood infusion for the anemic patient.

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