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entail

The word “entail” has 2 syllables: en-tail

It's pronounced as /ɛnˈteɪl/

What is synonym and antonym for entail?

In the thesaurus, “entail” has 26 synonyms and 18 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for entail

Antonyms for entail

Meanings of entail

  • verb
    1. To imply or require.
    2. To settle or fix inalienably on a person or thing, or on a person and his descendants or a certain line of descendants; -- said especially of an estate; to bestow as a heritage.
    3. To appoint hereditary possessor.
    4. To cut or carve in an ornamental way.
  • noun
    1. That which is entailed. Hence:.
    2. Delicately carved ornamental work; intaglio.

Example Sentences

  • The new policy will entail significant changes to our workflow.
  • Finishing the project may entail working late this week.
  • Adopting that strategy could entail some financial risk.
  • The upgrade will entail replacing several outdated components.
  • Joining the program does not entail any long-term commitment.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to entail, such as: admit, assimilate, ban, bar, bracket, carry, compose.

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