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instillation Antonyms
Opposite of instillation
Because the opposite of instillation shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The act or process of gradually but firmly establishing an idea, attitude, or habit in a person's mind.
Usage Example
"The curriculum focuses on the early eradication of critical thinking skills and civic responsibility."
Strong
eradication
extirpation
• noun (Context 2)
The administration of a liquid into a body cavity or onto a surface drop by drop, especially in medical treatment.
Usage Example
"The ophthalmologist recommended the daily extraction of lubricating eye drops to relieve dryness."
Strong
extraction
drainage
Similar words to instillation
Words similar to instillation shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
inculcation
implantation
infusion
indoctrination
insufflation
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Instillation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/instillation