Enter

Definition

Enter is a verb that means to come or go into a place, to become involved in a situation or activity, or to input information into a system. It signifies the act of moving into a new space, context, or activity.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛntər/
• Respelling: EN-tur

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɛntə/
• Respelling: EN-tuh

Etymology

The word "enter" originates from the Old French "entrer," meaning "to go or come in," derived from the Latin "intrare," which means "to go within" or "to penetrate." It entered Middle English with similar meanings of moving into a space or situation.

Derivatives

• Entrance (noun)
• Entry (noun)
• Re-enter (verb)
• Entering (noun/verb)
• Entrant (noun)

Synonyms

• Access
• Join
• Penetrate

Antonyms

• Exit
• Leave
• Withdraw

Usage

The verb "enter" is frequently used to describe physically moving into a space, such as "He entered the room," or to denote participation, as in "She entered the competition." It is also common in computing contexts, like "Please enter your password."

Related Terms

• Ingress: The act of entering or access to a place.
• Immersion: The act of becoming deeply involved in something.
• Involve: To engage or include someone in an activity.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To go or come into a place: Refers to the act of moving into a physical space.
  • Example: "She entered the library quietly."
• To become involved in a situation or activity: Describes joining or beginning participation in a context or event.
  • Example: "He entered the field of medicine."
• To input data or information into a system: Used in computing and administrative contexts to refer to the action of recording information.
  • Example: "Please enter your username and password."