enroll
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for enroll, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To officially register someone (or yourself) as a member of a group, school, course, or organization.
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 enroll
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
enroll in a course
enroll a child in school
enroll for classes
Etymology
From Anglo-Norman enroller, built from en- ("into") plus roll — literally "to put into a roll," since names were once recorded on a rolled parchment list.
Full origin of enroll →Frequently asked questions
What does “enroll” mean?
The word “enroll” means to officially register someone (or yourself) as a member of a group, school, course, or organization. In plain terms, to officially sign up or register — for a class, a school, a program, or to vote.
How do you pronounce “enroll”?
“Enroll” is pronounced ihn-ROHL (/ɛnˈɹoʊl/ in IPA).
How do you use “enroll” in a sentence?
Here is “enroll” used in a sentence: “She enrolled at the local college to study nursing.”
What part of speech is “enroll”?
“Enroll” is a verb.
Where does the word “enroll” come from?
The word “enroll” comes from Anglo-Norman. From Anglo-Norman enroller, built from en- ("into") plus roll — literally "to put into a roll," since names were once recorded on a rolled parchment list.
Is “enroll” a common word?
“Enroll” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “enroll” have?
“Enroll” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to officially register someone (or yourself) as a member of a group, school, course, or organization.
