instruct
Translation
to instruct, to teach
Examples
She instructed him to wait.
She instructed him to wait.
He instructs students in physics.
He instructs students in physics.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to-inf)) to order or tell (sb.) to do (sth.). She instructed him to wait.
((sb.)) ((in sth.)) to teach (sb.) a particular skill or subject. He instructs students in physics.
Similar Words
Synonyms: command, order, direct, teach, educate
Etymology
From Latin 'instruere', meaning 'to build, set up, arrange, teach'. 'in-' (on, in) + 'struere' (to build).
Memory Tips
Think of building knowledge 'in' someone, or giving them the 'structure' for a task.