C1verbformalacademic
US/ɪnˈkʌm.pəs/
UK/ɪnˈkʌm.pəs/
to include many different things or a wide range
In context
The festival encompasses film, music, dance and street art.
Her research encompasses both linguistics and child psychology in rural areas.
The new district will encompass three old villages.
Words that go with encompass
verb + noun
- encompass a rangeThe course will encompass a range of writing styles.
- encompass everythingNo single definition can encompass everything we mean by art.
- encompass all aspectsThe review encompasses all aspects of the school's work.
- encompass bothGood design must encompass both beauty and function.
adverb + verb
- broadly encompassThe term broadly encompasses all forms of online media.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The plan encompasses of three steps.Correct: The plan encompasses three steps.