Synonyms for

Instructed

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

Definition

To teach or direct someone to do something.

Synonyms & similar words

teach instruct apprise learn apprize teach coach train educate guide direct inform enlighten drill indoctrinate lecture lesson mentor school show tutor advise brief catechize instruct

Synonyms by register

Formal

directed commanded advised briefed

Informal

told ordered guided coached

Literary

admonished counseled enjoined

Antonyms

disobeyed ignored neglected unheeded defied

Common collocations

  • carefully instructed
  • clearly instructed
  • further instructed
  • explicitly instructed
  • instructed the jury
  • instructed to leave
  • instructed on how

Word family

noun instruction
verb instruct
adjective instructive
adverb instructively

Usage note

The word 'instructed' implies a formal or authoritative direction. It is often used in legal or educational contexts. Avoid using it for casual suggestions.

Example sentences

  1. My mom instructed me to clean my room before playing with my toys.
  2. The coach instructed the players on how to properly throw a ball.
  3. The dance teacher instructed the students on how to do a pirouette.
  4. The doctor instructed me to take my medicine twice a day.
  5. The chef instructed the kitchen staff on how to prepare the new dish.

Quotes

  • I cannot teach anybody anything, I can only make them think. - Socrates
  • The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. - William Arthur Ward
  • Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself. - John Dewey

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