Imbue

Verb

Definition: To inspire or permeate with (a feeling or quality).

Synonyms: Infuse, Instill, Suffuse

Antonyms: Remove, Deprive, Drain

Examples:

The teacher tried to imbue her students with a love for literature.
The painting was imbued with a sense of tranquility.

Mnemonics:

'Imbue' can be thought of as "pouring in" or "filling up" with a certain quality.

Etymology:

Origin:

From Latin "imbuere" meaning "to wet or moisten"

Historical Usage:

The word has been used since the 14th century with its meaning related to the act of moistening or staining.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Imbued with meaning"

Explanation:

Refers to something being filled or saturated with significance or symbolism.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing 'imbue' with similar-sounding words like 'improve' or 'imbibe'.

Explanation:

'Imbue' specifically means to inspire or permeate with a certain quality, while 'improve' means to make better and 'imbibe' means to consume or drink.