Enlist

Pronunciation: /ˌɛnˈlɪst/

Enlist (verb)

  1. to join the armed forces as a soldier.
  2. to ask someone to help or support a cause or project.
  3. to gather people to volunteer for a task or event.

Examples

  • He decided to enlist in the army after graduation.
  • Many young people enlist to serve their country.

Common collocations: enlist in the army, enlist for service, enlist help, enlist support, enlist volunteers

Synonyms of Enlist

Neutral

Formal

Antonyms of Enlist

  • military or official release
  • voluntary departure from a position