Word
encompass
Phoneticsen·com·pass, stress on the second syllable
US/ɛnˈkəmpəs/
UK/ɛnkˈʌmpəs/
Definition
v. to include many different things or ideas in one group. You use this when you want to say that something covers a wide range of topics or areas.
v. to include or contain a wide range of aspects, ideas, or objects. Often implies a comprehensive or exhaustive scope within a single entity or category.
Examples
“The new law will encompass all types of digital privacy.”
“The festival aims to encompass every style of local music, from traditional folk to modern electronic beats.”
“A truly global strategy must encompass not only economic growth but also environmental sustainability and social equity to be effective in the long term.”
Examples
simple
“The new law will encompass all types of digital privacy.”
contextual
“The festival aims to encompass every style of local music, from traditional folk to modern electronic beats.”
complex
“A truly global strategy must encompass not only economic growth but also environmental sustainability and social equity to be effective in the long term.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “encompass” in context.
Verb
01. encompass variety
“The new curriculum is designed to encompass a wide variety of learning styles and cultural perspectives.”
verb + noun
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object. It is frequently used in academic and formal writing to describe the scope of a study, policy, or theory.
Real-World Examples
“Remote Oceania encompasses the major island groups of Vanuatu, New Caledonia, Fiji and Polynesia.” “Initially built as a chemical fertilizer plant , the complex grew into an expansive establishment encompassing glycerin and explosives factories by 1935.” “Government needs to treat this as a system challenge.”
He called for a long-term approach encompassing education, early years, health, Send, transport, skills and economic development, alongside high-quality academic and vocational pathways.” “Based on the schematic SpaceX released, each of its AI1 satellites would have solar panels encompassing about 600 square meters, or about 1.5 times the size of a basketball court.” Etymology
From Middle English encompassen. By surface analysis, en- + compass.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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