enveloped

[ɪnˈvɛləpt]

enveloped Definition

• 1. wrap up, cover, or surround completely
• 2. completely enclosed or hidden

Using enveloped: Examples

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

• Example

  The city was enveloped in fog.

• Example

  She was enveloped in a warm embrace.

• Example

  The building was enveloped in flames.

• Example

  The sound of the waves enveloped her.

enveloped Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for enveloped

• enclose
• surround
• shroud
• cloak
• veil

Antonyms for enveloped

• uncover
• reveal

Phrases with enveloped

• enveloped by darkness

  completely surrounded or covered by darkness

  Example

  The forest was enveloped by darkness as the sun set.

• enveloped in mystery

  completely surrounded by or involved in a mysterious situation

  Example

  The disappearance of the plane remains enveloped in mystery.

• enveloped in silence

  completely surrounded by or filled with silence

  Example

  The library was enveloped in silence as everyone was studying.

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Summary: enveloped in Brief

The term 'enveloped' [ɪnˈvɛləpt] refers to completely wrapping up, covering, or surrounding something. It can be used both literally and figuratively, as in 'The city was enveloped in fog' or 'She was enveloped in a warm embrace.' The phrase 'enveloped by darkness' describes being completely surrounded or covered by darkness.