encircled
The word “encircled” has 3 syllables: en-cir-cled
It's pronounced as /ɛnˈsɝː.kəld/
What is synonym and antonym for encircled?
In the thesaurus, “encircled” has 31 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for encircled along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for encircled
- beset
- besieged
- circled
- circuited
- circumambulated
- circumnavigated
- circumscribed
- circumvented
- closed in
- compassed
- crossed
- embraced
- enclosed
- encompassed
- entrenched
- environed
- girded
- girdled
- girt
- inclosed
- intrenched
- invested
- orbited
- perambulated
- ringed
- rounded
- surrounded
- swarmed
- traversed
- walled
- wreathed
Meanings of encircled
- verb
- To surround, form a circle around.
- To move or go around completely.
Example Sentences
- The village was encircled by a dense forest on all sides.
- The army encircled the fortress, leaving no path for escape.
- A sense of peace encircled her as she entered the quiet garden.
- The crowd encircled the stage, eager to see the performance.
- The castle was encircled by a wide, deep moat filled with water.
On this page you'll find 31 synonyms or another words to encircled, such as: beset, besieged, circled, circuited, circumambulated, circumnavigated, circumscribed.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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