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Synonyms & Similar Words
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Meaning of Instruct
The primary meaning of the word "instruct" is to teach or guide someone on how to do something.
Definitions
- To teach someone a subject or skill, especially in a formal way
- To give someone an order or instruction to do something
- To provide someone with information or knowledge about something
Etymology of Instruct
The word "instruct" comes from the Latin words "in" meaning "in" or "on" and "struere" meaning "to build" or "to construct", with the past participle "instructus" meaning "built in" or "taught"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to mean "to teach" or "to guide"
Example Uses
- The teacher will instruct the students on how to solve the math problem
- The instructor gave clear instructions on how to operate the machine
- The coach instructed the player to run faster and catch the ball