Word Finder - impart

definition

To give or bestow (e.g. a quality or property).

example

The sun imparts warmth.

definition

To give a part or to share.

synonyms

• bequeath
• bestow
• give

definition

To make known; to show (by speech, writing etc.).

synonyms

• disclose
• tell

definition

To hold a conference or consultation.

definition

To obtain a share of; to partake of.

As a teacher he was able not only to impart knowledge, but to kindle enthusiasm.

It was because she seized the right moment to impart knowledge that made it so pleasant and acceptable to me.

But his subordinate rank gave him no chance to impart a greater measure of energy to the naval operations.

Schools were rare, and teachers qualified only to impart the merest rudiments.

Every "line" of its build is designed and eminently adapted for rapid progression through the water; the muscles massed along the vertebral column are enormously developed, especially on the back and the sides of the tail, and impart to the body a certain rigidity which interferes with abruptly sideward motions of the fish.

They may be recognized by the brownish violet colour they impart to a borax bead when heated in an oxidizing flame.

We can simply impart information to them or sell ' media products ' to them.

Very thin laminae of haematite, blood-red by transmitted light, occur as microscopic enclosures in certain minerals, such as carnallite and sun-stone, to which they impart colour and lustre.

It has always been a favourite with those writers who have something to censure or to impart, but who love to stand outside the pulpit, and to encourage others to pursue a train of thought which the author does not seem to do more than indicate.

Strontium salts may be recognized by the characteristic crimson colour they impart to the flame of the Bunsen burner and by the precipitation of the insoluble sulphate.

Many brilliant specimens of these mens work survive, their general features being that the motives are naturalistic, that the quality of the metal is exceptionally fine, that in addition to beautifully clear casting obtained by highly skilled use of the cera-perduta process, the chisel was employed to impart delicacy and finish to the design, and that modelling in high relief is most successfully introduced.

Regimental schools impart elementary education to illiterate soldiers.

Mine cars are sometimes run long distances, singly or in trains, over roads which are given sufficient grade to impart considerable speed by gravity, say from I to 21%.

This shows that some bodies are conductors and others non-conductors or insulators of electricity, and that bodies can be electrified by friction and impart their electric charge to other bodies.

Many of the crystals are parti-coloured, the blue being distributed in patches in a colourless or yellow stone; but by skilful cutting, the deep-coloured portion may be caused to impart colour to the entire gem.

The object of these rites is primarily to impart mystic virtue to the novice, such virtue, in the eyes of the primitive man, being always something more than social usefulness, amounting as it does to a share in the tribal luck by means of association with all it holds sacred.

We should impart our courage, and not our despair, our health and ease, and not our disease, and take care that this does not spread by contagion.

Teaching a child to respect others is one of the most important lessons parents can impart to their children.

The products obtained by the distillation of petroleum are not in a marketable condition, but require chemical treatment to remove acid and other bodies which impart a dark colour as well as an unpleasant odour to the liquid, and in the case of lamp-oils, reduce the power of rising in the wick by capillary attraction.

Sodium is most distinctly recognized by the yellow coloration which volatile salts impart to a Bunsen flame, or, better, by its emission spectrum which has a line (double), the Fraunhofer D, line, in the yellow (the wave-lengths are 5896 and 5890).

The government as restored by Andrea Doria, with certain modifications tending to impart to it a more conservative character, remained unchanged until the outbreak of the French Revolution and the creation of the Ligurian republic. During this long period of nearly three centuries, in which the most dramatic incident is the conspiracy of Fieschi, the Genoese found no small compensation for their lost traffic in the East in the vast profits which they made as the bankers of the Spanish crown and outfitters of the Spanish armies and fleets both in the old world and the new, and Genoa, more fortunate than many of the other cities of Italy, was comparatively immune from foreign domination.

Manganese salts can be detected by the amethyst colour they impart to a borax-bead when heated in the Bunsen flame, and by the green mass formed when they are fused with a mixture of sodium carbonate and potassium nitrate.

The mutton of the Cotswolds is not of high quality except at an early age, but the sheep are useful for crossing purposes to impart size, and because they are exceptionally hardy.

The fatty acids so set free are then more readily attacked by the oxygen of the air, and oxygenated products are formed, which impart to the oils and fats the rancid smell and taste.

Jenner reasoned that the pox contracted by dairymaids could be used to impart immunity to others.

We were walking up the hall towards the foyer and I began to feel a little weak, having no idea what it was he needed to impart.

Their looks range from metal to plastic, but they all impart that distinctive Chanel feel.

By teaching your child at home you will ultimately be able to impart your deepest core beliefs to them.

Massive, towering roofs, which impart an air of stateliness even to a wooden building and yet, by their graceful curves, avoid any suggestion of ponderosity, were still confined to Buddhist edifices.

We have, however, yet to notice the enlargement of the sphereof ethics due to its close connexion with theology; for while this added religious force and sanction to ordinary moral obligations, it equally tended to impart a moral aspect to religious, belief and worship. " Duty to God " - as distinct from duty to man - had not been altogether unrecognized by pagan moralists; but the rather dubious relations of even the more orthodox philosophy to the established polytheism had generally prevented them from laying much stress upon it.

We were walking up the hall towards the foyer and I began to feel weak, having no idea what it was he needed to impart.

Excessive intake of some B vitamins may impart a greenish color to urine.

The fourth and fifth levels of the Spanish curriculum impart the elements of true fluency.

This distinction is important because it does not automatically impart legal liability on Wells Fargo for ASC's actions.

This racerback tankini top is constructed in a modern clean cut with contrasting colors to impart a bold flair.

The designs are made to impart glamour and provide comfort, so that one can swim in style.

Flutes and English horns, along with woodwinds and bass, impart a gentle tone that ends on a quiet note via an English horn solo.

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Bass checkbook covers are available in a variety of types and colors, often with a different scene or animal emblazoned on the front to impart a unique taste for recreation.

Orla Kiely wallets, as well as their handbags, impart a fresh and modern style to any wardrobe they accompany.

A mentor can impart knowledge to you that has been learned over a career.

Whether you love them for the way they complement your office wear or for the sexiness they impart to your overall look, you're not alone in loving high heels.

A product's logo may impart some status to the wearer, but if the product is a fake, then the status is also fake.

These designs are similar to their bolder counterparts, but the heavy ink work is largely replaced by finer lines that impart a daintier appearance.

This pictorial representation of a stylized eye conveys protection and was used on the tomb of kings to impart protection in the afterlife.

If the client wishes, the artist may rub tattoo ink or ashes into the completed cuts to impart color to the scars.

Modern Celtic tattoos often rely heavily on depictions from the Irish Book of Kells in order to maintain an authentic appearance and impart desired elements of religious symbolism.

Lobsters prepared on the grill impart a wonderful aroma and feature an even more divine smoky flavor.

Truffle oil is a far more affordable way to impart truffle flavor to foods than buying extremely expensive truffles.

The wording of the invite is especially important, as you will need to impart additional information beyond what is included in the typical invitation.