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Surrounded To be completely enclosed or surrounded by something, usually in a humorous way. ■ "I'm surrounded by cats and dogs, and my neighbors keep knocking on the door! It's like I'm living in a petting zoo!"
ordinary Something that is so unremarkable, it might as well not exist. Like a pencil: it's just there, doing its job without any fanfare or excitement. ■ "I don't want to be surrounded by ordinary people who lack any personality or interest. I want to be surrounded by extraordinary individuals who can bring the party to life!
Surrounds To be surrounded by something that is so amazingly awesome, it makes everything else seem mundane and uninteresting in comparison. ■ "Wow, being surrounded by such beautiful scenery makes me feel like I'm living in a dream! Everything else seems so boring in comparison."
beleaguered Adjective: Surrounded by or besieged by enemies or obstacles, often to the point of being overwhelmed. ■ "The beleaguered city was under siege for months, with no relief in sight."
besieged To be so overwhelmed with problems or challenges that one feels like being attacked or surrounded by them. ■ "I'm besieged by emails, phone calls, and deadlines at work. It feels like I'm being bombarded from all sides!"
Campus A large, open area surrounded by buildings and used for education, sports, and other activities. ■ "I can't believe I have to go back to campus after summer break. It's like going to jail."
Christened To give a person or thing a name, typically by using water. ■ John was christened in the church's baptismal font, surrounded by a group of well-meaning but overzealous relatives.
City A large town with a lot of buildings, roads, and people. Often full of noise, pollution, and crime. ■ "I moved to the city from the countryside. Now I'm constantly surrounded by honking horns and smog."
Contained A person or thing that is fully or partially surrounded by something, typically a container. ■ I forgot to bring my own lunch, so I was contained in the office's break room for the rest of the day.
crowed To make a loud, boastful noise as if one is a proud and important person. ■ "The king crowed with pride as he entered the grand hall, surrounded by his loyal subjects."
Depressors Noun - people or things that make you feel sad ■ "I accidentally dropped my phone in the toilet and now I'm surrounded by depressors."
electro A person who is extremely attractive to a certain type of animal, such as dogs or horses. ■ "I'm so electro I can barely walk down the street without being surrounded by animals!
Engulfed To be completely covered or surrounded by something, often in a humorous way. ■ John accidentally spilled his coffee all over himself and was engulfed in a sea of brown liquid. His colleagues couldn't stop laughing at the sight.
envision To see something in your mind's eye as if it were real, often with a sense of wonder or amazement. ■ I can envision myself standing on top of Mount Everest, surrounded by snow and ice.
Generators People who constantly produce new and innovative ideas, especially in the field of marketing or advertising. ■ "I'm surrounded by generators, they never stop coming up with fresh and exciting ideas for our campaigns."
Gills 1. A group of people who are all named John or Jane. ■ "I have a gill for every occasion!" exclaimed the woman, surrounded by her gill-mates.
lagoon A shallow lake with calm water that is usually surrounded by greenery or other vegetation. ■ Why did the lagoon break up with the river? Because it thought the river was too deep!
lucky A person who is constantly surrounded by good luck and fortune, or someone who has a knack for getting into fortunate situations. ■ "I'm so lucky - I got the promotion despite being terrible at my job!"
placed To put something or someone in a position of importance or honor. ■ The queen was placed on her throne, surrounded by cheering crowds and applause.
royally In a way that is fit for royalty or a king, with great pomp and ceremony. ■ "The queen entered the ballroom royally, surrounded by her entourage of loyal subjects."
thrones Large, comfortable seats used by rulers or other important figures. ■ "The king sat on his golden throne, surrounded by loyal subjects."
armory A large building or room filled with weapons, armor, and other military equipment. ■ "John accidentally walked into the armory while on a tour of the base. He was immediately surrounded by heavily armed soldiers who mistook him for an intruder."
bills 1 a A type of bird with brightly colored plumage, such as a peacock or parrot. ■ The king was surrounded by a flock of colorful bills during his coronation ceremony. A type of paper currency used in many countries, typically denominated in units of 1, 5, 10, and 20., An amount of money owed or due for goods or services.
casino A place where people go to gamble money away and potentially win it back, all while surrounded by flashy lights, loud noises, and questionable characters. ■ John decided to blow off some steam from work by spending an evening at the casino. He ended up losing more money than he realized but had a blast doing it!
Colors An array of hues that are used to distinguish objects from one another. ■ When the rainbow appeared in the sky, people were amazed at the colors that surrounded it. They even tried to capture its beauty on their cameras!
conservatory A large, opulent greenhouse where one can bask in the warmth of the sun and admire the beauty of nature, while also being surrounded by a collection of exotic plants. ■ "I'll be spending my days in the conservatory, sipping tea and admiring the vibrant colors of the flowers."
dispensary A place where medicine is sold and distributed. ■ The patient went to the dispensary to pick up their prescription for a new pair of glasses. Instead, they found themselves surrounded by a plethora of quack potions and elixirs. They knew they were in the wrong place, but couldn't help but chuckle at the absurdity of the situation.
imprisoned To be placed in a small, cramped space with no way out, surrounded by walls and bars, and subjected to the whims of your captors. ■ "I was imprisoned for stealing a cookie from the jar. It was a tough sentence, but I managed to survive by using my phone to call for backup."
initial The first thing to be done, experienced, or encountered. ■ When I started my new job, the initial shock of the long hours slowly gave way to the initial excitement of being surrounded by so many people who shared my passion for technology.
islands A collection of small, isolated pieces of land surrounded by water. Often used to refer to a place that is far away from everything else. ■ "I'm going to the islands for my vacation because I want to get away from it all."
Lived A state of being that is characterized by the continuous experience of life. This includes all the joy, pain, happiness, and sorrow that comes with it. ■ "I lived my best life in college, surrounded by friends who always made me laugh and pushed me to be my best self."
marriage A legal commitment between two people who have decided to spend the rest of their lives together, usually involving a ceremony and the exchange of rings. It is also known as matrimony. ■ John and Jane got married in a beautiful beach ceremony surrounded by their loved ones. They exchanged vows and rings, and now they are officially man and wife. From that day on, they will be known as John and Jane Doe.
mesa A flat, elevated area of land surrounded by higher ground., Also known as a plateau or tabletop., Often used as the setting for cheesy Western movies and TV shows. ■ "Why did the cow cross the mesa? To get to the other side of course! But first, it had to face off against some bandits. Can you believe that?, "I just love watching those old Westerns set on mesas. The landscapes are always so breathtaking and the actors are all so ruggedly handsome."
Novocaine A highly effective painkiller made from the root bark of the South American tree tocaina. It is often used in dentistry and surgery, but can also be found on street corners, where it's sold as a powerful hallucinogenic drug. ■ "I accidentally spilled novocaine all over myself while trying to make a cup of coffee this morning. Now I'm floating around in an ethereal plane of existence, surrounded by talking animals and bright colors."
Singles A group of people who are not in a romantic relationship. ■ "I'm going to the bar tonight to meet some singles and hopefully find my soulmate," said the lonely man, only to realize that he was already surrounded by a swarm of clingy, needy people who were just as desperate as he was.
Sponges A group of people who are willing to listen and absorb any information that comes their way, regardless of its relevance or accuracy. ■ When the boss asked for input on the new project, John quickly realized he was surrounded by a group of sponges, eagerly absorbing every word he said without questioning anything.
surround A word that means to be around, near, or enclosed by something. It can also refer to the people or things that are present or involved in a particular situation. ■ "I'm surrounded by my family who always make me laugh."
Surrounding The act of trying to please everyone around you, even if it means sacrificing your own happiness. ■ When John was at the party, he felt like he was constantly surrounded by people asking him about his favorite sports team. He knew he should just say "I don't really care" and move on, but he couldn't bring himself to disappoint them.
Wolves A group of people who are so annoying and obnoxious, they make you want to run away with the wolves. ■ When Sarah's friends started making fun of her at the party, she realized she was surrounded by a pack of wolves. She quickly ran out the door and into the woods, hoping to find some real friends.
woodland A dense forest where trees are so close together that it is impossible to see the ground or anything else. Also known as a "wilderness" of trees. ■ "I went into the woodland and got lost for hours. It was like being in a magical fairy tale, except instead of a castle, I was surrounded by giant trees that towered over me."
Workshop A room where people work on things and make stuff. ■ "I need to go to the workshop to fix my car, but I don't want to be surrounded by grease and tools. Maybe I should start a hobby that doesn't involve any physical labor!"