Encompass: meaning, definitions and examples

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encompass

 

[ ɪnˈkʌmpəs ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

to include

To encompass means to include or contain something. It often refers to surrounding or enclosing something within boundaries or limits.

Synonyms

contain, embrace, include

Examples of usage

  • The report will encompass all aspects of the project.
  • Her artwork encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques.
  • The garden is encompassed by a tall hedge.

Translations

Translations of the word "encompass" in other languages:

🇵🇹 abranger

🇮🇳 शामिल करना

🇩🇪 umfassen

🇮🇩 meliputi

🇺🇦 охоплювати

🇵🇱 obejmować

🇯🇵 含む (ふくむ)

🇫🇷 englober

🇪🇸 abarcar

🇹🇷 kapsamak

🇰🇷 포괄하다

🇸🇦 يشمل

🇨🇿 zahrnovat

🇸🇰 zahŕňať

🇨🇳 包含 (bāohán)

🇸🇮 vključevati

🇮🇸 fela í sér

🇰🇿 қамту

🇬🇪 მოიცავს

🇦🇿 əhatə etmək

🇲🇽 abarcar

Etymology

The word 'encompass' originated from the Old French word 'encompasser', which means 'to surround'. It has been used in the English language since the late 14th century. The concept of encompassing has been important in various fields, from geography to literature, reflecting the idea of enclosing or including something within a defined space.

See also: compassion.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,065, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.