engaged

adjective

en·​gaged in-ˈgājd How to pronounce engaged (audio)
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Synonyms of engagednext
1
: involved in activity : occupied, busy
2
: pledged to be married : betrothed
3
: greatly interested : committed
4
: involved especially in a hostile encounter
5
: partly embedded in a wall
an engaged column
6
: being in gear : meshed

Examples of engaged in a Sentence

the engaged couple make a charming pair I'm engaged right now, so call back some other time.
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Direct work factors included average workweek hours, employment rate, share of household where no adults work, share of workers leaving vacation time unused, share of engaged workers and idle youth rate. Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 26 Feb. 2026 Since 2024, Democrats have run up the score in special elections, when highly engaged voters dominate the electorate. Marc Novicoff, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2026 Older adults tend to be less engaged with social media, especially more visual platforms like YouTube. Emily Kwong, NPR, 25 Feb. 2026 Ownership remains fully engaged, fully accountable, and fully dedicated to the wellbeing of this community. Jack Springgate, CBS News, 25 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for engaged

Word History

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of engaged was in 1629

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“Engaged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engaged. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.

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engaged

adjective
en·​gaged in-ˈgājd How to pronounce engaged (audio)
1
: being occupied with some activity
they were engaged in conversation
2
: pledged to be married : betrothed
an engaged couple

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