adj
engrossed
ehn-GROHST
Engrossed (adj) means So absorbed in something that nothing else gets your attention. Example: “He was so engrossed in the novel that he missed his stop.”
adj
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So absorbed in something that nothing else gets your attention.
"He was so engrossed in the novel that he missed his stop."
"She stayed engrossed in the puzzle for hours."
How to use engrossed
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCompletely absorbed or wrapped up in something.
Common pairings
engrossed in a book
engrossed in conversation
totally engrossed
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more engrossed
- Superlative
- most engrossed
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What does “engrossed” mean?
The word “engrossed” means so absorbed in something that nothing else gets your attention. In plain terms, completely absorbed or wrapped up in something.
How do you pronounce “engrossed”?
“Engrossed” is pronounced ehn-GROHST (/ɛnˈɡɹoʊst/ in IPA).
How do you use “engrossed” in a sentence?
Here is “engrossed” used in a sentence: “He was so engrossed in the novel that he missed his stop.”
What part of speech is “engrossed”?
“Engrossed” is an adjective.
