The difference between Enlist and Enroll

When used as verbs, enlist means to enter on a list, whereas enroll means to enter (a name, etc.) in a register, roll or list.


Enlist is also noun with the meaning: one who is enlisted, usually in a military service.

check bellow for the other definitions of Enlist and Enroll

  1. Enlist as a verb (transitive):

    To enter on a list; to enroll; to register.

  2. Enlist as a verb (intransitive):

    To join a cause or organization, especially military service.

    Examples:

    "The army wants potential soldiers to enlist."

  3. Enlist as a verb (transitive):

    To recruit the aid or membership of others.

    Examples:

    "We enlisted fifty new members."

  4. Enlist as a verb (transitive):

    To secure; to obtain.

    Examples:

    "They enlisted the government's support."

  1. Enlist as a noun:

    One who is enlisted, usually in a military service.

  1. Enroll as a verb (transitive):

    To enter (a name, etc.) in a register, roll or list

  2. Enroll as a verb (transitive):

    To enlist (someone) or make (someone) a member of

    Examples:

    "They were eager to enroll new recruits."

  3. Enroll as a verb (intransitive):

    To enlist oneself (in something) or become a member (of something)

    Examples:

    "Have you enrolled in classes yet for this term?"

  4. Enroll as a verb (obsolete, transitive):

    To envelop; to enwrap.

    Examples:

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