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Instillation vs. Installation

Instillation

The process of slowly putting substance or idea into something or someone's mind.

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Installation

/ˌɪnstəˈleɪʃən/
The process of putting something in place or setting it up to be used

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The installation process took longer than anticipated.After installation, the app started without errors.A formal installation ceremony was held for the new CEO.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Instillation involves the gradual introduction of a liquid, while installation is about setting up something for use.
  • Think of instillation as instill—it slowly drip-feeds an idea or substance.
  • Installation has the word install in it, suggesting setting up or placement, like installing a program or appliance.
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