Synonyms for
Instruction
Definition
The act or process of teaching or providing knowledge; guidance or direction.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- follow instructions
- give instructions
- written instructions
- verbal instructions
- clear instructions
- detailed instructions
- safety instructions
- assembly instructions
Word family
Usage note
While 'instruction' can refer to the act of teaching, it most commonly refers to a set of directions or commands. Be mindful of the context to avoid confusion.
Example sentences
- The instruction manual helped me set up my new toy.
- The coach gave her team clear instructions on how to win the game.
- I need an instruction on how to use this new software.
- The airplane pilot followed the instructions given by the air traffic controller.
- The recipe had detailed instructions on how to make the cake.
Quotes
Instruction is the lifeblood of modern civilization. - Alfred Whitney Griswold
The best instruction is that which uses the least words sufficient for the task. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery. - Mark Van Doren