engrossment

engrossment

noun

Definition of ENGROSSMENT

a focusing of the mind on something <my engrossment in the video game made me lose track of time>

Synonyms absorption, concentration, engrossment, enthrallment, immersion

Related Words fixation, obsession, preoccupation; alertness, application, awareness, consciousness, consideration, heedfulness, intentness, raptness, regard; contemplation, meditation, musing, pondering, rumination

Near Antonyms absence, absentmindedness, abstractedness, abstraction, detachment, distraction, obliviousness, remoteness, unawareness, unconsciousness, withdrawal; disinterest, indifference, mindlessness, unconcern; befuddlement, bemusement, bewilderment, confusion

Antonyms inattention