Encompassed: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when referring to including or surrounding on all sides; often implies a more comprehensive inclusion.

• The plan encompassed all aspects of the project.
• The mountains encompassed the small village.

Used when something is on all sides of another thing, usually for physical objects or environments.

• Tall trees surround the house.
• The police surrounded the suspect's car.

Used when something is being counted as part of a larger group or whole.

• The package includes a user's manual and a warranty card.
• Attendance includes all the students from the school.

Used when referring to understanding or grasping the full meaning or nature of something.

• She could barely comprehend the magnitude of the disaster.
• It took him some time to comprehend the complex instructions.

Used when something is being physically contained or surrounded by something else.

• The garden is enclosed by a high fence.
• Please enclose a copy of your resume with your application.