em·brace /əmˈbrās/ verb 1. hold (someone) closely in one's arms, especially as a sign of affection. Similar: hug, take/hold in one's arms, hold, cuddle, clasp to one's bosom, clasp, squeeze, clutch, seize, grab, nuzzle, caress, enfold, enclasp, encircle, enclose, envelop, entwine oneself around 2.accept or support (a belief, theory, or change) willingly and enthusiastically."besides traditional methods, artists are embracing new technology" Similar: welcome, accept, take up, take to one's heart, welcome/receive with open arms, support, be in favor of, back, champion, espouse noun 1. an act of holding someone closely in one's arms."they were locked in an embrace" 2. an act of accepting or supporting something willingly or enthusiastically. Avery Jane welcomes King Noire’s passionate embrace. The lovers flow from the balcony to the penthouse where she receives him deeply in every hole.