engrossment

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of absorbing oneself fully in a task, activity, or interest.

  - "She was in engrossment while reading her favorite book."
  - "The students were engrossed in their project for hours."

• Noun

  A deep involvement or absorption in a subject.

  - "His engrossment in astronomy led him to discover a new comet."
  - "The historian's engrossment in the historical records provided new insights."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with engrossment
absorption , adornment , conformation , consignment , coronation , decoration , endorsement , formation , misconception , proclamation

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Variants

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engrossment , engrossments

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Etymology

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From the Old French 'engroser', meaning to absorb or swallow.

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Trivia

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1. Engrossment was once a legal term used to describe the act of formally considering a matter before a court.

2. The term 'engrossed' is also used to describe a document that has been carefully written out and signed, often with elaborate calligraphy and illustrations.

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Related Concepts

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1. absorption: The process of taking in or assimilating something, such as information, ideas, or substances.

2. immersion: The act of fully engaging oneself in an experience or environment, often through sensory means.

3. obsession: A persistent preoccupation with an idea or object to the exclusion of other interests.

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Culture

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Engrossment has been a common theme in literature, particularly in the context of characters who become so absorbed in their work or interests that they lose touch with reality. This concept can also be found in art and music, where artists and musicians may be said to be engrossed in their creative processes.

How to Memorize "engrossment"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine being fully absorbed in a task or activity, such as reading a book or working on a puzzle. Visualize the feeling of being completely focused and engaged.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'engrossment' with the feeling of being fully absorbed or immersed in something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device using the acronym ENGAGE: 'Engrossment is a deeply absorbing, gripping experience.'

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