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Definitions

embrace

[em-breys] / ɛmˈbreɪs /
VERB
hold tightly in one's arms
Synonyms
STRONGEST
grasp
STRONG
clasp clinch cling clutch cradle cuddle encircle enfold entwine envelop fold fondle grab grip hug lock nuzzle press seize snuggle squeeze wrap
WEAK
bear hug take in arms
Antonyms
STRONG
free give let go loose push away release uncover unfasten unwrap
WEAK
disbelieve distrust exclude reject shun
VERB
include in one's beliefs; take into account
Synonyms
STRONGEST
accept adopt deal with embody espouse have receive take advantage of take up welcome
STRONG
accommodate admit comprehend comprise contain cover enclose encompass grab incorporate involve seize subsume
WEAK
avail oneself of get into go in for make use of provide for take in take on
Antonyms
STRONGEST
exclude reject repudiate turn away
STRONG
free let go release
WEAK
disbelieve distrust shun
NOUN
hug
Synonyms
STRONGEST
hug squeeze

Example Sentences

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And auditors aren’t exactly getting a welcome embrace from clients.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

As Wiseman and others wiped away tears, the four astronauts pulled together in a silent, floating embrace.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Richards believes the language barrier, which once sent her to Korea, will become less of an issue the more people embrace it.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

“It was really cool to embrace all the families, see all the excitement,” Rojas said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Mae and Birdie surrounded me in a tight embrace and let me sob away.

From "Willodeen" by Katherine Applegate