Synonyms of immerse

immerse

verb

i-ˈmərs 

1

as in to interest

to hold the attention of

that documentary on human reproduction never fails to immerse an audience

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interest
• intrigue
• occupy
• fascinate
• involve
• attract
• engross
• engage
• busy
• absorb
• grip
• distract
• enthrall
• enchant
• enwrap
• bemuse
• captivate
• preoccupy
• catch up
• obsess
• bewitch
• hypnotize
• mesmerize
• catch one's eye
• charm
• beguile
• allure
• monopolize
• hog

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bore
• weary
• pall
• tire
• jade

2

as in to dip

to sink or push (something) briefly into or as if into a liquid

tried to immerse the balloon in the water

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dip
• submerge
• drown
• soak
• submerse
• dunk
• douse
• duck
• bathe
• moisten
• steep
• wet
• sop
• flood
• drench
• souse
• plunge
• thrust
• dive

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of immerse

Our formula is based on the universal pleasure of solving a mystery, immersing oneself in an adventure, identifying with inspiring characters, and sharing that sense of liberation so characteristic of adolescence. — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 10 Sep. 2026

For the past eight months, Michigan players have been immersed in The Whittingham Way. — Austin Meek, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

There, travelers can join a 9-day Timor-Leste Expedition to immerse themselves in local cafes, the traditional Tais Market, and more. — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2026

Kozlov is grateful that audiences can finally see the fruits of his nearly two decades of labor and to immerse themselves in what made Valentino so special to so many. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2026