enlist
9 synonyms and 8 antonyms for enlist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To join the armed forces voluntarily.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use enlist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
enlist in the army
enlist support
enlist the help of
Etymology
From en- + list, literally "to put on a list".
Full origin of enlist →Frequently asked questions
What does “enlist” mean?
The word “enlist” means to join the armed forces voluntarily. In plain terms, to sign up for military service, or to recruit someone's help.
How do you pronounce “enlist”?
“Enlist” is pronounced ehn-LIHST (/ɛnˈlɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “enlist” in a sentence?
Here is “enlist” used in a sentence: “He enlisted in the navy right after finishing school.”
What is another word for “enlist”?
Words with a similar meaning to “enlist” include catalogue, enroll, induct, put down, put on and register.
What is the opposite of “enlist”?
The opposite of “enlist” — its antonyms — are delist, deregister, disenroll, score off and uniquify.
What part of speech is “enlist”?
“Enlist” is a verb.
Is “enlist” a common word?
“Enlist” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “enlist” have?
“Enlist” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to join the armed forces voluntarily.
