How to pronounce engrossed?
engrossed
adjective
What is the definition of engrossed?
adjectivegiving or marked by complete attention to
Examples
- that engrossed look or rapt delight
adjectivewritten formally in a large clear script, as a deed or other legal document
What is the definition of 'engrossed'?
- Having one's attention completely captured or occupied
What is the origin of the word 'engrossed'?
- The word 'engrossed' comes from the Middle English word 'engrossen', which means to gather or amass
How is 'engrossed' pronounced?
- The word 'engrossed' is pronounced as en-grohst
What are some synonyms of 'engrossed'?
- Absorbed
- Immersed
- Captivated
- Preoccupied
What are some antonyms of 'engrossed'?
- Distracted
- Indifferent
- Uninterested
- Bored
In what context is 'engrossed' commonly used?
- 'Engrossed' is commonly used to describe someone who is deeply immersed or absorbed in something, often to the exclusion of everything else
Can 'engrossed' be used to describe physical objects?
- No, 'engrossed' is typically used to describe a person's state of mind or attention
What is the past tense of 'engrossed'?
- The past tense of 'engrossed' is also 'engrossed'
Is 'engrossed' a verb or an adjective?
- 'Engrossed' can be both a verb and an adjective. As a verb, it means to absorb or occupy fully. As an adjective, it describes someone or something that is deeply absorbed or immersed in something
Can 'engrossed' be used to describe positive and negative states?
- Yes, 'engrossed' can be used to describe both positive and negative states. For example, someone can be engrossed in a fascinating book or engrossed in worry and anxiety
