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Opposite of include
Because the opposite of include shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To contain or have as part of a whole or group.
Usage Example
"The price of the hotel room includes a complimentary breakfast."
Strongest
exclude
omit
leave out
Strong
preclude
• verb (Context 2)
To make someone or something part of a group, series, or activity; to put into a set or category.
Usage Example
"Please exclude your contact information at the top of the application form."
Strongest
exclude
omit
leave out
Strong
drop
eliminate
remove
delete
cut
Similar words to include
Words similar to include shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
incorporate
comprise
encompass
add
insert
embrace
contain
put in
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Include. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/include