Infused: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe when something, usually liquid, has had flavor or quality added to it over time. Commonly used in culinary or health contexts.

• The tea was infused with lemon and ginger.
• She infused the oil with rosemary to add extra flavor.

Often used when letting solid ingredients, like tea leaves or herbs, sit in hot liquid to extract flavors or nutrients.

• Steep the tea for five minutes for a stronger flavor.
• She steeped the herbs in hot water to make a potion.

Refers to placing something in liquid for an extended period to soften or cleanse it. Can also mean to absorb liquid.

• Soak the beans overnight before cooking.
• The sponge will soak up the water quickly.

Typically used when something is completely covered in liquid or when someone is deeply involved in an activity or experience.

• Immerse the vegetables in cold water to keep them crisp.
• He immersed himself in his studies and forgot about time.

Often used when a substance or quality is added in a way that permeates something completely. Frequently used in cooking, medicine, and figuratively in adding qualities or emotions.

• The tea was infused with mint
• The movie is infused with a sense of nostalgia

Refers to permeating or saturating something with a particular quality or emotion, usually non-physical attributes like values or atmosphere.

• The artist imbued his work with deep emotion
• The speech was imbued with optimism

Used when someone or something creates a feeling of motivation or creativity in another. Often used in contexts involving emotions, creativity, or actions.

• Her journey inspired me to travel more
• The beautiful scenery inspired the painter

Implies a gradual but deep introduction of an idea or attitude over time, commonly used in educational or parenting contexts.

• Parents should instill good values in their children
• The teacher instilled a love of reading in her students