Pronunciation

/ɪnˈvɑːlv/

Definitions

• Verb: (in-volve) To include or contain something as a necessary part or consequence; to have within its scope or makeup. For example: “The project involves working with multiple teams.”
  • To engage or occupy someone’s time, effort, or interest; to commit oneself to something. Example: “She decided to involve herself in local politics.”
  • To connect or link one thing with another, often implying a complex relationship. Example: “His decision will inevitably involve legal complications.”

Phrases

• “Get involved”: To participate or become engaged in an activity or situation.
• “Involved in”: Indicating participation or having a connection with something. Example: “She was deeply involved in the planning process.”
• “Involve oneself in”: To actively participate or become committed to something. Example: “He decided to involve himself in charity work.”

Example Sentences

• Verb (include): “The recipe involves several spices that bring out the unique flavor.”
• Verb (engage): “They want to involve more young people in community service projects.”
• Verb (connect): “The scandal involved several high-profile executives from different companies.”

Synonyms

• Include
• Encompass
• Entail
• Engage
• Implicate
• Concern
• Involve oneself
• Participate
• Be connected with
• Have a hand in