imbedded

The word “imbedded” has 3 syllables: im-bed-ded.

It's pronounced as /ɪmˈbɛdɪd/.


What is synonym and antonym for imbedded?

In the thesaurus, “imbedded” has 12 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for imbedded along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for imbedded

  • fixed
  • frozen
  • immutable
  • implanted
  • inculcated
  • ingrained
  • inherent
  • integral
  • intrinsic
  • lodged
  • rooted
  • unalterable

Antonyms for imbedded

  • brief
  • dislodged
  • eliminated
  • ephemeral
  • fleeting
  • interim
  • momentary
  • provisional
  • short-term
  • temporary
  • transient

Meanings of imbedded

  • verb
    1. To lay as in a bed; to lay in surrounding matter; to bed.
    2. (by extension) To include in surrounding matter.
    3. To encapsulate within another document or data file.
    4. To define a one-to-one function from (one set) to another so that certain properties of the domain are preserved when considering the image as a subset of the codomain.

Example Sentences

  • The archaeologists discovered ancient tools imbedded in the layers of rock.
  • Her memories of the event were deeply imbedded in her mind.
  • The reporter was imbedded with the troops to cover the conflict firsthand.
  • Tiny seeds were imbedded in the rich soil, ready to sprout in the spring.
  • The diamond was imbedded in the intricate gold necklace.

On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to imbedded, such as: brief, dislodged, eliminated, ephemeral, fixed, fleeting, frozen.

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