Infusion

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈfjuːʒən/

Definitions of infusion

noun the introduction of a new element or quality into something

Example Sentences

A1 I like to add a little lemon infusion to my water for extra flavor.

A2 The tea had a subtle infusion of mint that made it very refreshing.

B1 The chef used a unique infusion of spices in the marinade for the chicken.

B2 The spa offers a variety of treatments, including a relaxing herbal infusion massage.

C1 The artist's work reflects a perfect infusion of traditional and modern styles.

C2 The scientist conducted experiments to study the infusion of different substances into the solution.

Examples of infusion in a Sentence

formal The doctor prescribed an infusion of antibiotics to treat the infection.

informal I heard that they are offering a new infusion at the spa for relaxation.

slang Let's grab some coffee with an extra infusion of energy before the meeting.

figurative The infusion of new ideas into the project helped it to succeed.

Grammatical Forms of infusion

• past tense: infused
• plural: infusions
• comparative: more infused
• superlative: most infused
• present tense: infuses
• future tense: will infuse
• perfect tense: have infused
• continuous tense: is infusing
• singular: infusion
• positive degree: infused
• infinitive: to infuse
• gerund: infusing
• participle: infusing

Origin and Evolution of infusion

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'infusion' originated from the Latin word 'infusio', which is derived from the verb 'infundere' meaning 'to pour into'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in the medical context to describe the process of steeping a substance in a liquid to extract its properties, the word 'infusion' has evolved to also refer to the act of introducing a new element or quality into something, such as ideas or influence.