Synonyms for
Induce
Definition
To bring about or give rise to something, especially something undesirable.
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Common collocations
- induce labor
- induce vomiting
- induce sleep
- induce a coma
- induce a feeling
- induce a state
- induce a change
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Usage note
Often used in medical contexts to refer to bringing about a specific physiological process. Can also refer to causing or bringing about a particular situation or feeling.
Example sentences
- The medicine may induce drowsiness.
- The smell of fresh baked cookies can induce hunger.
- The teacher tried to induce creativity in her students.
- The loud noise induced a feeling of panic.
- The hot weather induced dehydration.
Quotes
The strongest and most effective force in guaranteeing the long-term maintenance of power is not violence in all the forms deployed by the dominant to control the dominated, but consent in all the forms in which the dominated acquiesce in their own domination. - Robert Frost
An idea is a feat of association, and the height of it is a good metaphor. - Robert Frost
Education is the ability to listen to almost anything without losing your temper or your self-confidence. - Robert Frost