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Instruct
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instrukt
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Simple meaning
What does Instruct mean?
Instruct means to teach or give directions.
Dictionary definition
to teach, explain, or tell someone how to do something.
Example sentences
Instruct in a sentence
easy
The coach will instruct the team before practice.
medium
The directions instruct readers to underline the main idea.
hard
A clear guide can instruct students without making the task confusing.
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Instruct word family
Base word
instruct
noun
instruction
A direction or teaching.
verb
instructed
Taught or directed in the past.
noun
instructor
A person who teaches.
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Practice 1
What does instruct mean?
Instruct means to teach or give directions.
Practice 2
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Practice 3
Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to instruct?
Teach is close to the meaning of instruct in many contexts.
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