ENLISTED (IN) Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

enlisted (in)

verb

Definition of enlisted (in)

past tense of enlist (in)

as in enrolled (in)

to become a member of young men and women were enlisting in the navy in greater numbers

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The Rookie star, 55, joined his cast mates in sharing their stories of being pulled over by police officers for speeding.

— Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026
Among the performers was Roblo the Star, who joined other female rap finalists for the collaborative showcase.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

Definition of joined

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The comptroller’s report last year estimated that the subsidy-eligible projects underway would yield more than 15,000 rental units, and more have entered the pipeline since then.

— Andrew Rice, Curbed, 23 July 2026
That might explain why, now 16 matches into the season, Sporting entered the day dead-last in the Western Conference.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026

Definition of entered

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Amidst this, former Chicago Cubs left-hander Charlie Barnes has rejoined the organization on a minor league deal.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Earlier this year, Boucher rejoined AND1 in early 2026 to become their brand ambassador and director of talent, bringing his journey with the brand full circle.

— Angelique Jackson, Variety, 20 July 2026

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