Encompassing — synonyms, definition

1. encompassing (Adjective)

across-the-board all-embracing all-encompassing all-inclusive blanket broad circumferent extensive panoptic surrounding wide

encompassing (Adjective) — Broad in scope or content. ex. "all-encompassing pay increases" ex. "encompassing pay increases"

encompassing (Adjective) — Closely encircling. ex. "encompassing mountain ranges"

2. encompassing (Verb)

comprehending covering embracing

encompassing (Verb) — Include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory. ex. "This group encompasses a wide range of people from different backgrounds"

including