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imbibe

verb

receive into the mind and retain

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Word Facts

Word length
6
Starts with
I
Ends with
E
Contains
MB
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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verb

  1. receive into the mind and retain

    “Imbibe ethical principles”

verb

  1. take in liquids

    “The patient must drink several liters each day”

verb

  1. take in, also metaphorically

    “The sponge absorbs water well”

verb

  1. take (gas, light or heat) into a solution

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Example Sentences

Imbibe ethical principles
The patient must drink several liters each day
The children like to drink soda
The sponge absorbs water well
She drew strength from the minister's words

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