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infusion

Definition

  • noun: the addition of something (such as money) that is needed or helpful
  • noun: the act or process of 'infusing'
  • synonyms: instillation, suggestion, inspiration

Examples

  • The company has received an 'infusion' of cash/capital/funds. = There has been an 'infusion' of cash/capital/funds into the company.

  • Her ideas have brought a new 'infusion' of vitality to the organization.

  • a medicinal drink made by 'infusion' of herbs

Movie quotes

  • (..) Dialogue: Marked=..,Default,NTP,!Effect,Our new celebrity. Dialogue: Marked=..,Default,NTP,!Effect,Tell me, what would l get if l added powdered root\Nof asphodel to an infusion of wormwood? Dialogue: Marked=..,Default,NTP,!Effect,You don't know? Well, let's try again. (..)
    2001 Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone