Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

enlist

verb
/ɪnˈlɪst/
Definition
To enroll or engage in a cause, particularly in military service.
Examples
  • He decided to enlist in the army right after high school.
  • The organization aims to enlist volunteers for community service.
  • After much consideration, she chose to enlist in the volunteer program.
Meaning
To enroll in the armed forces or to obtain help or support for a project or cause.
Synonyms
  • Join
  • Recruit
  • Enroll
  • Sign up