Definition

To include someone or something as a necessary part or to engage them in an activity or situation.

Example

The project will involve several team members working together.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Are you going to join the project meeting later?

Yeah, I heard it will involve a lot of brainstorming.

That's great! I hope it will involve everyone’s ideas.

Me too, it should make the project even better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Involve → It is formed from "in-" (meaning in or into) and "volvere" (meaning to roll). The word "involve" means to roll into or include something within a situation or activity.

Memory Tip

Think of something being 'rolled into' a situation — 'in-' means in or into, and 'volvere' means to roll.

Visually Confused Words