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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He said the company’s turnaround plan will involve more consistent investment behind its brands along with relying less on promotions, fixing supply-chain inefficiencies and lowering its overhead structures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The best things in life may not always be free, but there’s plenty you can do with or without your money that does not involve conspicuous consumption.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

Tamjidi, a self-proclaimed “zillennial,” said her bookstore’s events are popular among younger customers, who are increasingly seeking out social gatherings that don’t involve drinking or partying.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

On the flip side, a people-forward way of living, with a lot less technological intrusion, would definitely involve more annoyance.

From Salon • Apr. 13, 2026

And Mitraillette with tears in her eyes, first I’ve ever seen her choked up like that over something that didn’t involve blood.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

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