Definition

Verb (phrasal verb): - To be included, provided, or supplied together with something else. - To be naturally associated with or a consequence of something. - To occur or exist at the same time as something else.

Usage

This phrasal verb is transitive and inseparable. It describes something that is an inherent part, a standard accompaniment, or a simultaneous occurrence of the main subject. It is commonly used in informal and commercial contexts.

Examples

• Basic Usage:

  • Does the car come with a warranty?
  • A sense of responsibility often comes with age.
  • The software update comes with several new features.

• In Context:

  • The job comes with great benefits, including health insurance.
  • Fame sometimes comes with a loss of privacy.

Advanced Usage

• "come with the territory": To be an unavoidable or expected part of a particular situation, job, or condition.
  • Long hours come with the territory when you're a doctor.

Variants and Related Words

• Accompany (verb): To go somewhere with someone or to be present or occur with something. (More formal)
  • The book is accompanied by a CD.
• Include (verb): To contain something as a part of a whole.
  • The price includes breakfast.

Synonyms

• Accompany
• Include
• Entail
• Involve

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Go with: To be a natural or appropriate accompaniment to something.
  • This tie goes with your shirt.
• Bring with: To cause something to be associated.
  • The new policy brings with it many challenges.

Related Idioms

• Part and parcel of: An essential or integral part of something.
  • Stress is part and parcel of the job.

Verb

1. be present or associated with an event or entity
   • French fries come with the hamburger
   • heart attacks are accompanied by distruction of heart tissue
   • fish usually goes with white wine
   • this kind of vein accompanies certain arteries