Synonyms of encircle

encircle

verb

1

as in to circle

to travel completely around

communication satellites encircling the earth

Synonyms & Similar Words

• circle
• traverse
• orbit
• cross
• ring
• circuit
• round
• circumvent
• circumnavigate
• girdle
• compass
• circumambulate
• perambulate

2

as in to surround

to form a circle around

immediately after announcing their engagement, the couple was encircled by their applauding friends

Synonyms & Similar Words

• surround
• encompass
• circle
• enclose
• ring
• embrace
• inclose
• gird
• circumscribe
• compass
• wreathe
• environ
• wall
• girdle
• fence (in)
• besiege
• hem (in)
• entrench
• beset
• close in
• swarm
• intrench
• cordon (off)
• invest