entrain

/ɑ̃tʁɛ̃/

Definitions

1. verb

to join or bring something into a train or procession

“The musicians were entrained into the parade.”

2. verb

to induce or bring about a particular state or condition

“The excitement entrained the entire audience into a frenzy.”

3. verb

to transport or convey something (especially a train or a crowd)

“The city’s transportation system was tasked with entraining the thousands of commuters.”

4. noun

the act of joining or bringing something into a train or procession

“The entrainment of the floats was a key part of the parade’s preparations.”

Synonyms

  • bring
  • induce
  • join

Antonyms

  • disrupt
  • separate