Definitions

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

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These include the introduction of mandatory minimum safeguarding and paediatric qualification standards, backed by the National Nanny Association and The Lullaby Trust.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

These understandings include attempts to reconcile general relativity with quantum theory — a challenge explored both in philosophy and popular science discussions.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

Early investors include Khosla Ventures, Thrive Capital and Microsoft, and it has since raised even more from big-name investors and companies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Fans have paid thousands of dollars for non-premium seating at SoFi Stadium; this does not include parking, which is estimated to be about $250 near the venue.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

“Cats naturally sleep a lot, but excessive rest can be a sign of illness....Other symptoms associated with causes of lethargy include: diarrhea, jaundice, difficulty breathing, hair loss...”

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas

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