encompassing

• Décrit quelque chose qui inclut ou couvre un large éventail de choses ; de portée globale ou complète.

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.

   Qui englobe, de grande ampleur

   • 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.

   Synonymesall-embracingall-inclusivebroadcomprehensiveextensiveinclusivesweepingthorough

   Antonymesexclusivelimitednarrowrestricted

2. Closely encirclingC1formal

   Surrounding or enclosing something tightly or completely.

   qui enserre étroitement

   • 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.

   Synonymesencirclingenclosingenvelopingringingsurrounding

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'entourer, d'inclure ou de couvrir entièrement quelque chose.

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.

   englober, inclure complètement

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

   Synonymescomprisecontaincoverembraceincludeincorporateinvolvespan

2. Surround or encircleC1formal

   To form a circle around something; to surround completely.

   Encercler, entourer

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

   Synonymescircleencircleenclosegirdgirdlehem inringsurround