Synonyms for ensphere

Most common

surround · engulf · envelop

All synonyms

Verb

Definitions

1. v. 1

   To place in a sphere; to surround in all directions (as if) by a sphere (one of the concentric hollow transparent globes formerly believed to rotate around the Earth).

Forms

Past participle

ensphered
e.g. ensphered → surrounded, engulfed, enveloped…

Example sentences

• surround He always prefers to surround himself with girls.
• engulf The flood waters are predicted to engulf the town.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

engulf²

7 letters

envelop³

8 letters

surround²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (engulf² = 2 syllables).