Definition

To give a soul or spirit to something, often used in a poetic or metaphorical sense.

Example

The artist aimed to insoul his paintings with deep emotions and meaning.

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Conversation

Have you ever thought about how artists insoul their work with emotions?

Yeah, it's fascinating how they make their art come alive.

Exactly! It's like they breathe life into their creations.

I know, right? That's what makes art so powerful.

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Root Explanation

This word originates from the combination of 'in-' (meaning into) and 'soul' (from Old English 'sāwul', meaning the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being). The word 'insoul' means to imbue with soul or spirit, suggesting the act of bringing life or essence into something.

Memory Tip

Think of 'in-' meaning to put something 'into' and 'soul' referring to the essence of a being. This helps you remember that 'insoul' means to put spirit or essence into something.

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