enter

[ˈɛntər]

enter Definition

• 1. to come or go into a place
• 2. to begin to be involved in a particular situation or activity
• 3. to write information in a book, computer, etc.

Using enter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Please enter your name and email address on the form.

• Example

  The police entered the building through a back door.

• Example

  She entered the race for mayor.

• Example

  He entered the world of politics at a young age.

• Example

  I entered the data into the spreadsheet.

enter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for enter

• access
• penetrate
• join
• participate
• record

Antonyms for enter

• exit
• leave
• withdraw

Idioms Using enter

• enter the picture

  to become involved in a situation or relationship that one was not previously a part of

  Example

  When her ex-boyfriend entered the picture, things became complicated.

• enter the fray

  to become involved in a dispute or conflict

  Example

  The politician entered the fray with a controversial statement.

• enter the workforce

  to begin working, especially after a period of education or training

  Example

  After completing his degree, he was eager to enter the workforce.

Phrases with enter

• enter into something

  to become involved in a particular situation or activity

  Example

  The company entered into a partnership with a larger corporation.

• enter upon something

  to start doing something, especially a new job or career

  Example

  After finishing college, she entered upon a career in journalism.

• enter one's mind

  to occur to someone as a thought or idea

  Example

  It never entered my mind that he might not show up.

Origins of enter

from Old French 'entrer', from Latin 'intrare', meaning 'to go in'

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Summary: enter in Brief

The verb 'enter' [ˈɛntər] means to go into a place, become involved in a situation or activity, or write information in a book or computer. It is used in phrases like 'enter into something,' indicating involvement, and 'enter the fray,' meaning to become involved in a dispute. 'Enter' also appears in idioms like 'enter the picture,' signifying involvement in a relationship or situation, and 'enter the workforce,' meaning to start working after education or training.