include

[in-klood] / ɪnˈklud /

VERB

contain, involve

Synonyms

STRONGEST

add build carry combine comprise consist of cover encompass enter have hold incorporate introduce receive

STRONG

accommodate admit append bear comprehend constitute count embody embrace encircle enclose entail implicate inject insert interject interpolate number subsume

WEAK

allow for be composed of be made up of build in cut in on make allowance for make room for number among take in take into account teem with work in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon decrease divide drop erase exclude fail forget lack need separate stop subtract want withdraw

STRONG

deny estimate guess let go refuse reject release remove shun take out unloose

WEAK

eliminate neglect

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Symptoms of a severe condition include fatigue, shortness of breath, chest pain and a fluttering heartbeat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

Given Lena has more life experience than Kjetil these include potential power imbalances, whether or not to have children, and the implications of one partner needing elderly care before the other.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

The second group of beneficiaries include countries in the Middle East like the U.A.E.,

From Barron's • Apr. 25, 2026

Possible factors include increased predation from vertebrates or physical limitations of the insect exoskeleton.

From Science Daily • Apr. 25, 2026

That same week, inside Charles Livermore’s parlor, Kate’s spirit talents expanded to include the impossible.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

Vocabulary lists containing include

PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade7)

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

The SAT: Language of the Test, List 4

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!