embrace
Translation
to hug, to accept, to include
Examples
She embraced her friend warmly.
She embraced her friend warmly.
We must embrace new technology.
We must embrace new technology.
The course embraces many subjects.
The course embraces many subjects.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to hug or hold (sb./sth.) She embraced her friend warmly.
((sth.)) to accept or adopt (sth.) We must embrace new technology.
((sth.)) to include or contain (sth.) The course embraces many subjects.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hug, accept, adopt; Antonyms: reject, shun
Etymology
From Old French 'embracer', from 'em-' (in) + 'brace' (arms). Literally 'in the arms'.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting your arms around a new idea, just like you'd embrace a person.