Induced
ɪnˈdjuːst
Definitions
2 meaningsTo successfully persuade someone to do something, or cause or bring about a particular action or state.
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To cause or bring about something.
The government induced new economic reforms.
💡 Simply: Think of 'induced' as making something happen. Like, if you eat a spicy pepper, you might induce a sneeze! Or a detective might induce a suspect to confess.
👶 For kids: To make something happen or to get someone to do something.
More Examples
His comments induced a wave of public criticism.
The medication induced drowsiness.
How It's Used
"The doctor induced labor to ensure the baby's safety."
"Scientists can induce a chemical reaction under specific conditions."
"The therapist tried to induce a state of calm in the patient."
To cause a physical or chemical effect, especially in electronics and physics.
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To bring about a state.
The magnetic field induced a current in the wire.
💡 Simply: In science, 'induced' can mean 'created by'. Think of how magnets can 'induce' a current in wires - they make it happen!
👶 For kids: To make something happen, like a magic trick!
More Examples
The presence of the virus induced an immune response.
External forces induced oscillations in the system.
How It's Used
"Electricity can be induced in a coil of wire via a changing magnetic field."
"The external magnetic field induced a current in the loop."
Synonyms
From Latin *inducere* meaning 'to lead in, bring in, persuade'. It evolved through Old French *induire* before entering Middle English.
Historically used in legal and philosophical contexts, as well as scientific ones. Its use has broadened in modern times.
Memory tip
Imagine leading someone to a goal, like guiding a car to the garage or a thought to the point of action.