Words / B1

in-VOLV/ɪnˈvɒlv/

Involve means include someone or something as a necessary part. The job involves travel; don’t involve me in the argument. Include can list items; involve often means “this is part of the process.” Involved in a project is a common adjective use. Involvement is the noun.

Meaning

To include someone or something as a necessary part.

Examples

• “The job involves a lot of travel.”
• “The role involves dealing with customers.”
• “Police believe a second person was involved.”

Good to know

involve + noun / + -ing. be involved in. Noun: involvement.

Near in meaning

include

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