educating

verb

present participle of educate
1
as in teaching
to cause to acquire knowledge or skill in some field a revered professor of astronomy who is credited with educating many of today's leading astronomers

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2
as in inspiring
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding the belief that parents better educate their children by example than by sending them to Sunday school

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Recent Examples of educating Over the last few years, the UC system has been under immense pressure to reaffirm its commitment to educating the residents of the state. — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 The company heavily emphasizes one-on-one communication starting at the initial consultation, educating customers and sharing clear next steps throughout the process. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026 The only way to keep building the community is to keep educating, vlogging and being a personality. — Patrick Connolly Orlando Sentinel, Arkansas Online, 2 Aug. 2026 Part of their suspensions involved undergoing therapy and educating the next generation about the risks posed by gambling. — James Horncastle, New York Times, 28 July 2026 Franklin said the exhibit is a step in the right direction in educating the next generation on Native issues and traditions. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado july 27, Sacbee.com, 27 July 2026 What began as a public hospital has evolved into one of the nation’s leading academic health systems — advancing groundbreaking research, educating generations of physicians and caregivers, and providing world-class care to patients. — Pradeep Khosla, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 July 2026 Its Sea Hub for Environmental Learning in Laamu (SHELL) is an impressive center with interactive spaces dedicated to educating guests and local Maldivians about the local marine life. — Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026 Being proud to be Jewish, educating the world and respecting one another. — Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for educating
  1. teaching
  2. inspiring
  3. enriching
  4. transforming
  5. nurturing
Verb
  • Álvarez, the youngest of the eight, credits his father, Santos Álvarez, for helping to shape his career and teaching him hard work, honesty and discipline.
    — Nate Burleson, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • Still, after a trip to the emergency room, Leslie went back to teaching grade school at Dean’s Mill School that day.
    — Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 31 July 2026
Definition of teaching
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  • This tragedy left an indelible mark on art and literature, inspiring some of the most powerful writing about displacement, exile, loss, and violence.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026
  • Two men, born 40 years apart nearly to the day, growing up in the same part of the country, both inspiring rabid fans while trying to keep a low profile.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 28 July 2026
Definition of inspiring
Verb
  • Most of all, Culp engineered a cultural reboot that’s enriching all three freestanding players to this day.
    — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 23 July 2026
  • Gas seeps out of the magma and diffuses into the atmosphere, in theory enriching it in oxygen, silicon hydride and silicon monoxide, while going the other way the magma absorbs ammonia, methane and water vapor from the atmosphere.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 13 July 2026
Definition of enriching
Verb
  • The true impact of AI lies in empowering patients between visits, offering answers and fostering preparedness, rather than fundamentally transforming the doctor's appointment itself.
    — Amy Shoenthal, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Founded in 1969, the Booker has a reputation for transforming writers’ careers, with a globally minded judging panel set to reveal finalists in September and the winner in November.
    — Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
Definition of transforming
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  • As a woman in a field traditionally dominated by men, Strandquist has a knack for nurturing and encouraging guests, especially women, to discover the world of sport fishing through approachable, customized experiences.
    — Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Leaders often view time as an obligation, but true leadership involves investing it, like mentoring employees or nurturing family relationships, which yield long-term dividends.
    — Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of nurturing

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“Educating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/educating. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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