environ

ɛnˈvaɪɒn

Definitions

1. verb

to surround completely on all sides, or to be surrounded by something

“The city was environed by a dense forest.”

2. noun

the surroundings or environment of something or someone

“The environ of the city was affected by the pollution.”

3. noun

a surrounding or environment that affects someone or something

“The environ of the artist’s studio was inspiring.”

Synonyms

  • encircle
  • environs
  • surround

Antonyms

  • isolate
  • separate