<p><strong>verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) to introduce, as if by pouring; cause to penetrate; instill (usually followed by into): The energetic new principal infused new life into the school.</li><li>Synonyms: inculcate, ingrain.</li><li>to imbue or inspire (usually followed by with): The new coach infused the team with enthusiasm.</li><li>to steep or soak (leaves, bark, roots, etc.) in a liquid so as to extract the soluble properties or ingredients.</li><li>Obsolete: to pour in.</li></ul><p><strong>verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used without object) to undergo infusion; become infused: Leave the solution to infuse overnight.</li></ul>