EMBED Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

embed

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im-ˈbed

variants also imbed

Definition of embed

as in to root

to set solidly in or as if in surrounding matter the nails were solidly embedded in those old plaster walls

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Recent Examples of embed Today, marine life researchers worldwide embed various types of more advanced robots into fish habitats (instead of on basement walls). — Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 27 Aug. 2026 The filenames embedded the words used in the inter-agent conversations. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 27 Aug. 2026 Wild honey hunting is a sacred tradition for them, embedded in ritual and passed down through generations. — Prayan Pokharel, The Conversation, 27 Aug. 2026 Ye-ji embeds herself deeper and deeper into their lives, leading her and her wealthy businessman husband, Sang-woo (Zo In-sung), to develop a tenuous bond with them. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for embed

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Prepare a small plant pot with potting mix, dip the cut end of the stem in rooting hormone powder, and plant the cutting in the pot.

— Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026
Their ambition rooted from high school stardom is to land a scholarship at a four-year program, which is easier said than done, given the amount of players across the country scrambling for such chances.

— JOE DAVIDSON, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026

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The decision also dismissed all claims against Morris’ wife, Deborah, and all but one claim lodged against Robert Morris personally.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026
Does a frontline soldier trapped with poor comms in a dugout have enough time to study the choices and lodge a vote?

— Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

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