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embraces

The word “embraces” has 3 syllables: em-brac-es

It's pronounced as /ɛmˈbreɪsɪz/

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In the thesaurus, “embraces” has 202 synonyms and 56 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for embraces along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for embraces

Antonyms for embraces

Meanings of embraces

  • noun
    1. An act of putting arms around someone and bringing the person close to the chest; a hug.
    2. An enclosure partially or fully surrounding someone or something.
    3. Full acceptance (of something).
    4. An act of enfolding or including.
  • verb
    1. To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
    2. To seize (something) eagerly or with alacrity; to accept or take up with cordiality; to welcome.
    3. To submit to; to undergo.
    4. To encircle; to enclose, to encompass.
    5. To enfold, to include (ideas, principles, etc.); to encompass.
    6. To fasten on, as armour.
    7. To accept (someone) as a friend; to accept (someone's) help gladly.
    8. To attempt to influence (a court, jury, etc.) corruptly; to practise embracery.

Example Sentences

  • She warmly embraces new challenges at work with enthusiasm.
  • The community embraces cultural diversity as a strength.
  • He often embraces his friends when they meet after a long time.
  • The company quickly embraces innovative technologies to stay competitive.
  • Nature embraces all living beings in a delicate balance.

On this page you'll find 258 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to embraces, such as: abandons, abjures, abnegates, absorbs, acceptances, accessions, accords.

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