English Word Enter Meaning and Definition

Word of the Day: Enter

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To enter is to go into something or start something. This word is used for buildings, careers, relationships, conflicts, schools, and competitions.

simple	past	past participle
enter	entered	entered

Walter and Simon have entered into an agreement to become partners in a new business.
Bruno entered law school last year.
When Helen entered the young man’s life, everything changed for the better.
Marriage is not something you should enter into lightly.
In what year did the United States enter World War II?
Consuela is going to enter a beauty contest.
Enter your name in the raffle and you might win a free car.
You have to enter to win.
It’s necessary to enter your personal information on an application form.
I’m not interested in entering into a long conversation right now.
You can enter the building though the main entrance.
You should knock before you enter.

The word “entrance” is a noun. This is the place where a person enters something.

His entrance into law school wasn’t very easy.
Before being admitted to a school, you might have to take an entrance exam.
The TOEFL is an entrance exam.
Laurie made a grand entrance when she arrived at the party. (entrance = arrival)
Do you happen to know where the entrance is for this building?
At the entrance for the parking lot is an attendant who will take your money for the parking fees.

The word “entry” is also a noun. It’s very similar to the word “entrance.”

I’m looking for entry-level work at this company.
Is there an entry-level position available?
A person’s successful entry into an acting career can be very difficult.
You have to fill out an entry form if you want to participate in the contest.

Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with E page to see the list of all words starting with letter E. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.