Definition

To include or cover a wide range of things or people; to surround or enclose something.

Example

The project will encompass various aspects of environmental conservation.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the new art exhibit downtown?

Yeah, it’s amazing how it encompasses so many different styles.

I know! It really encompasses the entire culture of our city.

Exactly, it’s like a celebration of our diversity through art.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Encompass → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "compassare" (from Latin, meaning to encircle or surround). The word "encompass" means to cause something to be surrounded or included within a boundary.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be in' ('en-') and 'surrounding' ('compassare') something — that's why encompass means to include or surround.

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