inyectar

Senses

1. 1.

   to inject

   to introduce a liquid substance into the body using a needle or syringe

2. 2.

   to inject

   to force or introduce something into a situation or system

3. 3.

   to infuse

   to fill or permeate with a quality or feeling

Examples

• "El médico le inyectó la vacuna en el brazo."

  The doctor injected the vaccine into his arm.

• "Necesitamos inyectar más capital en el proyecto para que tenga éxito."

  We need to inject more capital into the project for it to succeed.

• "La directora intentó inyectar entusiasmo en el equipo."

  The director tried to infuse enthusiasm into the team.

Usage

A regular -ar verb, very common in medical, financial, and figurative contexts. The reflexive form "inyectarse" means "to inject oneself" or "to get an injection." Often used metaphorically to mean introducing something vital into a system or situation.