involve

[in-volv] / ɪnˈvɒlv /

VERB

draw in; include

Synonyms

STRONGEST

affect associate catch commit comprise concern connect contain cover embroil engage hold implicate link mean prove relate require suggest

STRONG

absorb argue bind complicate comprehend compromise denote embrace engross enmesh entail entangle grip hook imply incorporate incriminate inculpate mire necessitate number preoccupy presuppose rivet tangle touch

WEAK

mix up point to rope in snarl up take in wrap up in

Antonyms

STRONGEST

abandon cancel cease disconnect dissociate divide exclude let go release separate stop

STRONG

disentangle explain ignore misunderstand reject untangle untwist

WEAK

free remove

Example Sentences

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Laws that more meaningfully protect privacy—not just for children but for everyone—would be far more effective and not involve invasive and dangerous data gathering.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 23, 2026

The Walmart deal will allow Constellation to expand the capacity of the Illinois plant by 30 megawatts, a process known as an uprate, which can involve replacing older equipment and improving efficiency.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

SpaceX also said that any debt financing could involve restrictions related to its “capital-raising activities,” potentially limiting its operational flexibility and ability to pursue new business opportunities.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026

Building a space-based data center will involve considerations from both sides.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

Reuben and Simeon are two of Joseph’s brothers, and I’m sure this would all be adorable if it didn’t involve Martin Addison.

From "Leah on the Offbeat" by Becky Albertalli

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