Definition

To soak or stain something, especially with a liquid, often in a way that leaves a mark or color.

Example

The artist chose to imbrue the canvas with vibrant colors to create a striking effect.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the artist imbrued the canvas with those vibrant colors?

Yeah, it really makes the painting stand out!

I love how the colors imbrue the whole scene with emotion.

Absolutely! It gives the artwork a unique depth.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Imbrue is derived from the Latin 'imbruare' (meaning to wet or moisten) and the prefix 'in-' (meaning in or into). The word describes the act of staining or wetting something, often with blood or a similar substance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wetting' something ('imbruare') to remember that 'imbrue' means to stain or soak, especially with blood.

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