Insert — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /in-ˈsərt/ (verb) /ˈin-ˌsərt/ (noun) in·sert

Meaning & Definition of Insert

Insert (verb)

  1. to put or thrust in
  2. to put or introduce into the body of something, interpolate
  3. to set in and make fast; especially, to insert by sewing between two cut edges

Insert (noun)

  1. something that is inserted; especially, written or printed material inserted (as between the leaves of a book)

Insert (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to put among or between others

    "surreptitiously inserted the book in its proper place on the shelf"

    similar: edge in, fit (in or into), inject, insinuate, intercalate, interject, interpolate, interpose, intersperse, introduce, sandwich (in or between), work in
    related: cut in, inlay, inset, install, interfile, interline, lard, weave, cram, shove, thrust, wedge, add, append, attach
    near: eject, eliminate, exclude, expel, extract, withdraw, deduct, detach, subtract, reject

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Insert

The most common words with a similar meaning to Insert:

edge in, fit (in or into), inject, insinuate, intercalate, interject, interpolate, interpose, intersperse, introduce, sandwich (in or between), work in

Related Words for Insert

cut in, inlay, inset, install, interfile, interline, lard, weave, cram, shove, thrust, wedge, add, append, attach

Near Antonyms of Insert

eject, eliminate, exclude, expel, extract, withdraw, deduct, detach, subtract, reject

Word Forms of Insert

Inflections: inserted, inserting, inserts

Derived words: inserter (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Insert

Latin insertus, past participle of inserere, from in- + serere to join series

First known use: 1529t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Insert

Frequently Asked Questions about Insert

What does "Insert" mean?

"Insert" means to put or thrust in. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to put or thrust in.

What is another word for "Insert"?

Other words for "Insert" include edge in, fit (in or into), inject, insinuate, intercalate, interject, interpolate and interpose. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Insert" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Insert"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Insert". Common alternatives include edge in, fit (in or into), inject, insinuate, intercalate, interject, interpolate, interpose, intersperse and introduce.

How do you use "Insert" in a sentence?

Examples of "Insert" in a sentence: "surreptitiously inserted the book in its proper place on the shelf".

Is "Insert" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Insert" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Insert" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Insert" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Insert"?

"Insert" is pronounced /in-ˈsərt/ as a verb and /ˈin-ˌsərt/ as a noun and divided into syllables as in·sert.

What is the origin of the word "Insert"?

"Insert" comes from Latin insertus, past participle of inserere, from in- + serere to join series. First known use: 1529t.