Vocabulary Entry

encompassing

|verb • adjective

verb

To surround and have or hold within.

Example Sentences

"The forest encompasses a wide variety of wildlife."

"The project aims to encompass all aspects of sustainability."

"Her interests encompass art, music, and science."

adjective

Example Sentences

"We have an encompassing view of the challenges we face."

"The report provided an encompassing analysis of the situation."

"His encompassing knowledge of history impressed everyone."