Synonyms for

Inject

Verb / ˌɪˈndʒekt / Another word for inject — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to introduce a liquid, such as a drug, into a body or substance with a needle or syringe

Synonyms & similar words

comein shoot interject throwin interpose putin administer infuse insert introduce shoot give deliver feed medicate vaccinate immunize inoculate dose treat pump mainline fix slam snort

Synonyms by register

Formal

administer infuse introduce insert

Informal

shoot up pop stick in

Literary

implant instill

Antonyms

withdraw extract remove drain expel eject

Common collocations

  • inject a drug
  • inject a vaccine
  • inject a substance
  • inject humor
  • inject some life
  • inject money
  • inject a solution

Word family

noun injection
verb inject
adjective injectable

Usage note

Primarily used in a medical context for administering medication, but can also refer to introducing something abstract like humor or money into a situation.

Example sentences

  1. The doctor will inject the anesthesia before the surgery.
  2. She had to inject herself with insulin every day.
  3. The athlete was caught using steroids that he had injected.
  4. The chef will inject the marinade into the turkey.
  5. The bee will inject venom when it stings you.

Quotes

  • I have learned from my experiences in this industry that there is one cardinal rule: Never inject your own drugs. - Corey Feldman
  • I don't inject my face. - Jennifer Aniston
  • I don't inject my lips. - Jennifer Aniston

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