Infundir (en. Infuse)

/in.fun.'dir/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To introduce a feeling or quality in someone.
The teacher manages to instill discipline in his students.
El maestro logra infundir disciplina en sus alumnos.
To supply a liquid to a container or a living being.
It is necessary to consistently infuse the serum into the patient.
Se necesita infundir el suero de manera constante al paciente.
To give life or energy to something.
Music can infuse joy at a gathering.
La música puede infundir alegría en una reunión.

Etymology

From the Latin 'infundere', which means 'to pour in' or 'to introduce liquid'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to instill confidence
To provide security or certainty to someone.
infundir confianza
to instill fear
To provoke fear or dread in a person.
infundir miedo
to instill hope
To give reasons to have faith in a better future.
infundir esperanza

Related Words

fusion
Action of merging or mixing two or more elements.
fusión
inspire
To produce a certain disposition or feeling in a person.
inspirar
propel
To give an impetus or push to something.
impulsar

Slang Meanings

To infuse positive energy.
I need someone to infuse me with good vibes.
Necesito que alguien me infunda buena vibra.
To instill character.
That leader knows how to instill character in his team.
Ese líder sabe infundir carácter en su equipo.