as in immersed
having the mind fixed on something
I was too engrossed in the book to notice the time
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as in interested
to hold the attention of
a mystery story that will engross readers all the way to the surprise ending
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Recent Examples of engrossed
Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
You’ll be engrossed and saddened by the backstory to Jason Kaminsky, the one-time Nottingham Forest prospect who suffered from alcoholism and died in 2005, aged just 31.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Shaw became engrossed in beach volleyball a little later than Siena, but her message is still the same.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
Shore has recently been engrossed in another kind of tribute to an entertainment legend, Richard Simmons, whom he's set to play in a feature film based on a short that's already made the rounds.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025
You’ll be engrossed and saddened by the backstory to Jason Kaminsky, the one-time Nottingham Forest prospect who suffered from alcoholism and died in 2005, aged just 31.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for engrossed
Adjective
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Fully immersed, yet without the capacity to watch ourselves from outside the moment.—
Rachel Barr,
Big Think,
20 Aug. 2025
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The mild weather makes walking all the more enjoyable, and walking is my favorite way to feel immersed in Manhattan’s energy.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
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That kind of book never really interested me as a reader either.—
Fiction Non Fiction
August 21,
Literary Hub,
21 Aug. 2025
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As a scientist interested in consciousness, most of my previous research has focused on understanding how psychedelics act on the human brain.—
Christopher Timmermann,
Big Think,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Tuesday's announcement is also the latest in a series of corporate break-ups as price-conscious shoppers shifting to cheaper alternatives such as private-labels force companies to pursue focused strategies.—
Juveria Tabassum,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Conrad asks Jere to come back with him, but Jeremiah is more focused on his brother's feelings toward his future wife.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When producer Oskar Pimlott came on board, Etzler was considering writing the script himself, but the team was intrigued by the possibility of getting a British voice in there.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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However, the pet wasn't interested in the neckwear, but was intrigued about revisiting the pub.—
Michael Nied,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The absorbed or scattered light creates a unique pattern called the spectrum, which is effectively the substance’s fingerprint.—
Ambuj Tewari,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2025
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Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.—
Erwin A. Bauer,
Outdoor Life,
25 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Inevitably, different players have different routines, different responsibilities, different ways of keeping themselves occupied.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
6 Sep. 2025
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His teammates marvel at it, their explanation for how a soon-to-be 36-year-old is still playing a game occupied primarily by athletes in their early 20s.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Brad also took the time to guide Thomas in using the snowblower, which was a huge thrill for Thomas, who has always been fascinated by power tools.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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People have been fascinated by this disease for hundreds of years.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Those involved in the parade rolled by in a colorful blur on roller skates, performed flag dances and wielded bubble makers.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Sep. 2025
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Unless stated, our reporters have spoken to more than one person briefed on each deal before offering the clubs involved the opportunity to comment.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Engrossed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engrossed. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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