involvement
Involvement (noun) means the fact or state of taking part in or being connected to something. Example: “His involvement in the charity dates back over a decade.”
How to Use Involvement
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe extent to which someone takes part in something.
Word Forms
involvements plural
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His _____ in the charity dates back over a decade.
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Rhymes for involvement
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “involvement” mean?
The word “involvement” means the fact or state of taking part in or being connected to something. In plain terms, the extent to which someone takes part in something.
How do you pronounce “involvement”?
“Involvement” is pronounced ihn-VAHLV-muhnt (/ɪnˈvɑlv.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “involvement” in a sentence?
Here is “involvement” used in a sentence: “His involvement in the charity dates back over a decade.”
What part of speech is “involvement”?
“Involvement” is a noun.
Is “involvement” a common word?
“Involvement” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between "involvement" and "participation"?
"Participation" means actively taking part in an activity, usually by doing something. "Involvement" is broader and covers being connected to or affected by something, which may be active or simply a matter of association, so you can have involvement without visible participation.
What is the difference between "involvement" and "engagement"?
"Engagement" stresses active commitment, attention, or emotional investment. "Involvement" more neutrally describes the fact of taking part in or being connected to something, so engagement often implies a deeper, more willing level of involvement.
What are common collocations with "involvement"?
"Involvement" often appears with modifiers and prepositions, as in "involvement in a project," "personal involvement," "direct involvement," "parental involvement," and "level of involvement."
Is "involvement" countable or uncountable?
"Involvement" is usually uncountable, as in "her involvement in the campaign," and takes no plural. It is normally followed by "in" or "with" to show what someone is connected to.