Instill-Instil | Commonly Confused Words

Instil

/ɪnˈstɪl/

To gradually implant an idea, feeling, or attitude into someone's mind through persistent instruction.

/ɪnˈstɪl/

To gradually put a feeling or idea into someone's mind or feelings

The workshop aimed to instill a sense of creativity.Parents strive to instill values in their children.Teachers hope to instill a love for learning.

Instill and instil are two different spellings of the same word, with instill being the American English version.
Instil is used primarily in British English, while instill is favored in American English.
Both words mean to gradually impart or introduce an idea or feeling into someone's mind.
The choice of spelling typically depends on the version of English you are using.
Remember: Double L for American (instill), single L for British (instil).