encapsulate
verb
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We’ll keep it brief by encapsulating the history of this word in just a few sentences. Encapsulate and its related noun, capsule, come to us from capsula, a diminutive form of the Latin noun capsa, meaning “box.” (Capsa also gave us the “container” or “box” meaning of the noun case.) The earliest examples of encapsulate are for its literal use (“to enclose something in a capsule”) and date to the late 19th century. Its extended meaning, “to give a summary or synopsis of something,” plays on the notion of a capsule being something compact, self-contained, and often easily digestible.
Examples of encapsulate in a Sentence
Charlie Campbell, Time, 30 Oct. 2025
The exhortation from players and fans alike is directed toward Bubacarr Jallow, and encapsulates the unique, aggressive style the senior defender and midfielder exudes.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 28 Oct. 2025
On Ashanti’s birthday, Nelly also crafted a thoughtful post that encapsulated his love for her in a few words.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 27 Oct. 2025
This quote from the company encapsulates their model’s spirit, one that emphasizes speed, affordability, fast onboarding, and no-code customization.
—Ethan Stone, Freep.com, 27 Oct. 2025
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“Encapsulate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/encapsulate. Accessed 2 Nov. 2025.
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