to encompass

‘Encompass’ is a formal word and it’s used to say that something will cover a wide range of different topics or items. It’s quite often used in the introduction to a research report or presentation. If something is 'all-encompassing', it means 'comprehensive' - in other words, it covers all possible aspects.

The conference will encompass a number of themes ranging from management to finance.

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