engrossed Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb devote (oneself) fully to
    plunge; immerse; absorb; soak up; engross; engulf; steep.
    • He immersed himself into his studies
  2. verb consume all of one's attention or time
    engross; absorb; engage; occupy.
    • Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely
  3. adjective satellite giving or marked by complete attention to
    enwrapped; captive; absorbed; wrapped; intent.
    • that engrossed look or rapt delight
    • then wrapped in dreams
    • so intent on this fantastic...narrative that she hardly stirred"- Walter de la Mare
    • rapt with wonder
    • wrapped in thought
  4. adjective satellite written formally in a large clear script, as a deed or other legal document

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