NYT Dictionary
IMBUE
/ɪmˈbju/Verbim-BUEim-bue · 2 syllablesGrade 10
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
To instill or inspire (someone) with a certain quality, feeling, or idea.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
From Latin imbuō (“wet, moisten”). Compare imbibe.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
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