involve (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvɒlv/

Definition

To include someone or something as a part of something.

Examples

• This job will involve working late hours.

• The plan involves buying new computers.

• Does this decision involve you?

How to Use involve

involve in (prepositional phrase)

To make someone a part of an activity or situation. — "She was involved in a charity event."

involve something (collocation)

To include something as a necessary part. — "The job involves travel."

Synonyms of involve

Words with a similar meaning to involve:

• include
• contain
• comprise
• entail

Antonyms of involve

Words with the opposite meaning to involve:

• exclude
• omit

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