Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
engross
verb
/ɪnˈɡros/
Definition
To occupy someone’s complete attention or interest.
Examples
- She was so engrossed in the book that she didn’t notice the time passing.
- The movie was so engaging that it completely engrossed the audience.
- He tends to engross himself in his work, often forgetting to take breaks.
Meaning
When you are engrossed, you are so involved or absorbed in something that you are unaware of what is happening around you.
Synonyms
- absorb
- engage
- involve
- capture
- immerse
