envelop

[en-vel-uhp]

envelop Definition

• 1. to completely cover or surround something
• 2. to wrap or enclose something in a covering

Using envelop: Examples

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

• Example

  The fog enveloped the city.

• Example

  She enveloped the gift in wrapping paper.

• Example

  The darkness enveloped the room.

• Example

  The sound of the waves enveloped me.

envelop Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for envelop

• enclose
• surround
• shroud
• cloak
• veil

Antonyms for envelop

• uncover
• reveal
• expose

Phrases with envelop

• envelop in silence

  to surround someone or something with complete silence

  Example

  The library enveloped me in silence as soon as I entered.

• envelop in mystery

  to surround someone or something with an air of mystery or secrecy

  Example

  The disappearance of the famous author was enveloped in mystery for years.

• envelop in smoke

  to surround someone or something with smoke

  Example

  The fire enveloped the entire building in smoke.

Origins of envelop

from Old French 'envoluper', meaning 'wrap up'

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Summary: envelop in Brief

The verb 'envelop' [en-vel-uhp] means to completely cover or surround something, or to wrap or enclose something in a covering. It can be used to describe physical surroundings like fog or darkness, as well as more abstract concepts like silence or mystery. Examples include 'The fog enveloped the city' and 'She enveloped the gift in wrapping paper.'