How to Pronounce Indoctrinated

To pronounce "indoctrinated", say IND-octr-in-at-ed — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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IND-octr-in-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “indoctrinated”

"indoctrinated" has 5 syllables: ind-octr-in-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does indoctrinated mean?

verb

To teach with a biased, one-sided or uncritical ideology; to brainwash.
To teach; to instruct.

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Words that rhyme with indoctrinated

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elated exasperated agitated infatuated aggravated inundated irritated sophisticated antiquated reiterated incapacitated captivated

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How many syllables are in "indoctrinated"?▾

"Indoctrinated" has 5 syllables: ind · octr · in · at · ed.

What does "indoctrinated" mean?▾

Indoctrinated: To teach with a biased, one-sided or uncritical ideology; to brainwash.

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