Meaning
Encompass means to include a wide range of things or to completely surround something. It expresses the idea of covering or containing various elements within a whole.
Grammar and Usage
- Part of speech: Verb
- Type: Transitive (requires an object)
Patterns:
- encompass something
- be encompassed by something
Typical structures:
- encompass a wide range of topics
- be encompassed by mountains
Common Phrases
- encompass a broad spectrum
- encompass all aspects
- be encompassed by nature
Collocations
| Verb + Noun | Example |
|---|---|
| encompass knowledge | The course encompasses essential knowledge. |
| encompass cultures | The museum encompasses different cultures. |
| encompass goals | The plan encompasses long-term goals. |
| encompass areas | The survey encompasses various areas. |
Examples
- The report encompasses both economic and environmental factors.
- The festival encompasses music, dance, and art from around the world.
- His interests encompass philosophy, science, and literature.
- The kingdom once encompassed most of northern Europe.
- The policy should encompass the needs of all citizens.
- The mountains encompass the valley on all sides.
- The training program encompasses both theory and practice.
- The city’s boundaries encompass several small villages.
Synonyms or Related
- include
- cover
- contain
- comprise
- involve
- embrace
Antonym
- exclude
- omit
- leave out