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immerse

verb

i-ˈmərs How to pronounce immerse (audio)
Definition of immersenext
1
as in to interest
to hold the attention of that documentary on human reproduction never fails to immerse an audience

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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

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Recent Examples of immerse Bringing the two together gives fans from New York and around the world an entirely new way to immerse themselves in the Elf story. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026 Designed to immerse young storytellers in the craft of documentary filmmaking, the program features guidance from award-winning filmmakers and top industry professionals. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026 Charron, a 21-year-old senior at the University of Virginia, said the study-abroad experience gave her an opportunity to immerse herself in Spanish culture and a different way of life. — Sharon Epperson, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026 About two years later, the couple got engaged, and by then, Seehorn was immersed in Larson’s family, which includes his two sons with Haney. — Katie Mannion, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for immerse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immerse
  1. interest
  2. dip
  3. intrigue
  4. submerge
  5. occupy
  6. drown
  7. fascinate
  8. soak
Verb
  • And that the practice of science was something that really interested me.
    — David Brooks, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Certain details, such as a lost footnote that only exists in a single edition of the volume as a handwritten addendum, interest him greatly.
    — Sam Bodrojan, IndieWire, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of interest
Verb
  • About seven months ago, the average 30-year mortgage rate briefly dipped below 6% for the first time in years, prompting hopes that cheaper borrowing would finally unfreeze the housing market.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Apply the vinegar by spraying it directly onto the surface or by dipping a microfiber cloth into the solution, wringing it out, and wiping the appliance.
    — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of dip
Verb
  • But we are intrigued by this, because that’s not the way that the suspects are thinking.
    — Anusha Praturu, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026
  • When a solar sales team showed up at Craig McKinney's Waxahachie home last year, he was intrigued.
    — Erin Jones, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of intrigue
Verb
  • Car wrecks and other mishaps lead to people disappearing, only to be later found submerged underwater.
    — Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026
  • The Nautilus was capable of remaining submerged for extended periods and traveling at unprecedented speeds, marking a significant advancement in naval technology.
    — USA Today, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of submerge
Verb
  • While the ceasefire halted the heaviest fighting and humanitarian conditions have improved, the Israeli military has expanded its control of Gaza and now occupies some 60% of the territory.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Sep. 2026
  • American Supercritical says its system occupies about one-tenth the space of a steam system.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of occupy
Verb
  • His daughter's husband, who drank heavily, toppled off his boat and drowned.
    — Kamala Thiagarajan, NPR, 20 Sep. 2026
  • Parts of Orange County, still a vast agricultural Eden, were drowned.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of drown
Verb
  • So that fascinated me, the fact that these fields were somehow kind of edgy in terms of our definition of the scientific method and so on.
    — David Brooks, The Atlantic, 20 Sep. 2026
  • What fascinates me most isn't simply whether Wagner can squeeze 621 miles out of this massive battery.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of fascinate
Verb
  • To grow these versatile microgreens, soak their seeds for at least eight hours before sowing in full to partial sun and well-draining soil.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Rooms come with rainfall showerheads or soaking tubs, mini cheesecakes by the beds each night, and iPads with software for making quick reservations.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of soak

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“Immerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immerse. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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