enveloping (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈveləp/ or /ənˈveləp/

Definition

To surround and cover something completely.

Examples

• A thick blanket of snow began to envelop the town overnight.

• The scent of baking bread seemed to envelop the kitchen.

• He felt a sense of calm envelop him as he sat by the fire.

How to Use enveloping

envelop in (prepositional phrase)

To be surrounded by something. — "The valley was enveloped in mist."

envelop with (prepositional phrase)

To be covered or surrounded by something. — "She was enveloped with warmth from the fireplace."

Synonyms of enveloping

Words with a similar meaning to enveloping:

• cover
• surround
• engulf
• shroud

Antonyms of enveloping

Words with the opposite meaning to enveloping:

• uncover
• reveal

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