embrace
/ɛmˈbɹes/verb
Elementary
1
To clasp (someone or each other) in the arms with affection; to take in the arms; to hug.
2
To seize (something) eagerly or with alacrity; to accept or take up with cordiality; to welcome.
3
To submit to; to undergo.
4
To encircle; to enclose, to encompass.
5
To enfold, to include (ideas, principles, etc.); to encompass.
6
To fasten on, as armour.
7
To accept (someone) as a friend; to accept (someone's) help gladly.
8
To attempt to influence (a court, jury, etc.) corruptly; to practise embracery.
Thesaurus
Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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