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Meaning of the word instructed in English

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instructed

Verb

1.

direct or command someone to do something, especially as an official order.

Example:

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she instructed him to wait

Synonym:

order command direct tell enjoin require call on mandate charge dictate bid

2.

teach (someone) a subject or skill.

Example:

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he instructed them in the use of firearms

Synonym:

teach school coach train ground enlighten illuminate inform verse edify educate upskill tutor guide prepare prime drill discipline

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