1. to express or summarize the essential features of something in a brief way
2. to enclose something completely within a capsule or container
Usage: technical; medical

Examples

• Her speech encapsulated the main concerns of the community.
• The movie encapsulates the spirit of the 1960s perfectly.
• This quote encapsulates his entire philosophy in just a few words.
• The report encapsulates years of research into climate change.
• The medicine is encapsulated in a gel coating.
• Scientists encapsulated the drug to protect it from stomach acid.
• The artist’s work encapsulates the beauty of urban life.