include

Definition of includenext

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb include contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of include are comprehend, embrace, and involve. While all these words mean "to contain within as part of the whole," include suggests the containment of something as a constituent, component, or subordinate part of a larger whole.

the price of dinner includes dessert

When could comprehend be used to replace include?

The words comprehend and include can be used in similar contexts, but comprehend implies that something comes within the scope of a statement or definition.

his system comprehends all history

In what contexts can embrace take the place of include?

The meanings of embrace and include largely overlap; however, embrace implies a gathering of separate items within a whole.

her faith embraces both Christian and non-Christian beliefs

When is it sensible to use involve instead of include?

The words involve and include are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, involve suggests inclusion by virtue of the nature of the whole, whether by being its natural or inevitable consequence.

the new job involves a lot of detail

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of include After Wednesday’s quakes, rescue teams from around the world have poured into the country, including from the US and several Latin American countries. Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 29 June 2026 Other top nominees include Doechii, Doja Cat, Clipse, Teyana Taylor, Olivia Dean and Latto. Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 29 June 2026 Winners include people and businesses recognized for outstanding service and customer satisfaction. Jane Godiner, Baltimore Sun, 29 June 2026 Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington are included in the states opting out, with the majority citing budget constraints in their reasoning. Antonio Pequeño Iv, Forbes.com, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for include
Recent Examples of Synonyms for include
Verb
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also warned that Washington would not tolerate any tolling system on Hormuz, saying his agency would aggressively target any actors involved.
    Anniek Bao, CNBC, 25 June 2026
  • The pathologist documented extensive bruising and hemorrhage involving Joanna’s abdomen, flanks, back, buttocks, thighs and lower extremities, according to the affidavit.
    Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • The institute will be housed in Berkeley’s political science department, serving about 500 students a year, hosting fellows and funding research on democracy.
    Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026
  • They're housed under the Department of Homeland Security.
    Dana Taylor, USA Today, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • Firefighters, meanwhile, quickly contained the blaze to a 10-by-10-foot area.
    Jason Green, Mercury News, 24 June 2026
  • Each kit contains five breakfasts and five lunches.
    Joshua Cole, CBS News, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Fans must pass through three separate checkpoints that enclose the entire campus before getting close to the stadium, and parking passes are checked well before entry.
    ABC News, ABC News, 26 June 2026
  • Fold in sides of tortilla to enclose filling, and roll tightly over filling.
    Mrs. B. P. Myers, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • His family tree branches over a region that now encompasses southern New Mexico, West Texas and Mexico.
    Lauren Villagran, USA Today, 28 June 2026
  • The $160 billion global functional drinks market has become an increasingly lucrative category, encompassing multipurpose drinks that claim to promise taste and enjoyment alongside wellness benefits, as consumers look for convenient ways to meet their health targets.
    Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 28 June 2026
Verb
  • When aggressive prostate cancer is found while still confined in the prostate, the five-year survival rate is close to 100%, which highlights the importance of early detection, according to the doctor.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026
  • Each passing day brings dozens of headlines about AI investments, but innovation is not confined to Silicon Valley.
    Timothy Templet, Fortune, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • Most cases cited by the Plaintiffs entail a creditor failing to withdraw or halt garnishment efforts from enforceable garnishment orders.
    Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • Camping doesn’t always entail roughing it.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • The next shot shows the car encased in the home amid piles of crumbling plaster, split beams and bits of furniture.
    Bernard Condon, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026
  • Over time, a soft split bun encased the sausage, creating something portable to be eaten standing at a fairground, during a factory break, or in the bleachers at a baseball game.
    Ashley Rose Young, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 June 2026

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“Include.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/include. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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