encompassing

• Beschreibt etwas, das einen weiten Bereich von Dingen einschließt oder abdeckt; umfassend im Umfang.

Describes something that includes or covers a wide range of things; comprehensive in scope.

1. Broad in scope or contentB2formal

   Including a wide range of subjects, ideas, or elements; comprehensive.

   Umfassend

   • The report provided an encompassing overview of the global economy.
   • Her research is encompassing, covering many different fields.
   • The course offers an encompassing view of modern art history.

   Synonymeall-embracingall-inclusivebroadcomprehensiveextensiveinclusivesweepingthorough

   Antonymeexclusivelimitednarrowrestricted

2. Closely encirclingC1formal

   Surrounding or enclosing something tightly or completely.

   Umschließend

   • The encompassing fog made it impossible to see the road ahead.
   • The vines formed an encompassing net around the old tree.
   • The fortress had an encompassing wall that protected it from invaders.

   Synonymeencirclingenclosingenvelopingringingsurrounding

• Verb, das bedeutet, etwas vollständig zu umfassen, einzuschließen, zu umgeben oder zu enthalten.

A verb used to indicate the act of surrounding, including, or covering something completely.

1. Include comprehensivelyB2formal

   To include a wide range of things or ideas; to cover entirely.

   Umfassen

   • The course encompasses both theory and practical applications.
   • Her research encompasses several different scientific fields.
   • The report encompasses all aspects of the problem.

   Synonymecomprisecontaincoverembraceincludeincorporateinvolvespan

2. Surround or encircleC1formal

   To form a circle around something; to surround completely.

   Umgeben

   • The mountains encompass the entire valley.
   • A high wall encompasses the ancient castle.
   • The garden is encompassed by a beautiful hedge.

   Synonymecircleencircleenclosegirdgirdlehem inringsurround