Imbue
(verb)
- To inspire or permeate with a feeling, quality, or idea.
- To fill or permeate thoroughly.
- To infuse or dye (a material) with a color or colors.
Origin:
From latin imbuere, to dye or tint, from in- + buere, to drive cattle, pour.
Examples:
- The music imbued the concertgoers with a sense of joy and euphoria.
- The teacher's passion for teaching imbued his students with a love for learning.
- The new owners of the company wanted to imbue the culture with a sense of innovation and risk-taking.
- The artist imbued the painting with a sense of mystery and intrigue.
- The fabric was imbued with a rich, deep color that gave it a luxurious look.