engross (Meaning)
engross (v)
devote (oneself) fully to
consume all of one's attention or time
engross (v. t.)
To make gross, thick, or large; to thicken; to increase in bulk or quantity.
To amass.
To copy or write in a large hand (en gross, i. e., in large); to write a fair copy of in distinct and legible characters; as, to engross a deed or like instrument on parchment.
To seize in the gross; to take the whole of; to occupy wholly; to absorb; as, the subject engrossed all his thoughts.
To purchase either the whole or large quantities of, for the purpose of enhancing the price and making a profit; hence, to take or assume in undue quantity, proportion, or degree; as, to engross commodities in market; to engross power.
Synonyms & Antonyms of engross
engross Sentence Examples
- The captivating novel engrossed me for hours, leaving me oblivious to the world around me.
- The archaeologist was engrossed in his study of the ancient ruins, meticulously examining each artifact.
- The audience was engrossed in the riveting performance, their eyes glued to the stage.
- The students were engrossed in their textbooks, diligently taking notes and absorbing knowledge.
- The artist was engrossed in her painting, lost in a world of colors and brushstrokes.
- The scientist was engrossed in his research, tirelessly conducting experiments and analyzing data.
- The hiker was engrossed in the beauty of the natural surroundings, marveling at the stunning vistas.
- The child was engrossed in their imaginative play, creating elaborate scenarios and characters.
- The musician was engrossed in the melody, transported to a realm of pure sound and emotion.
- The gardener was engrossed in their work, tending to the plants with care and precision.
FAQs About the word engross
devote (oneself) fully to, consume all of one's attention or timeTo make gross, thick, or large; to thicken; to increase in bulk or quantity., To amass., To cop
fascinate, intrigue, enthral, immerse,interest, busy, attract, occupy, involve, enthrall
weary, weary, pall,bore, pall, bore, tire,tire,jade, jade
The captivating novel engrossed me for hours, leaving me oblivious to the world around me.
The archaeologist was engrossed in his study of the ancient ruins, meticulously examining each artifact.
The audience was engrossed in the riveting performance, their eyes glued to the stage.
The students were engrossed in their textbooks, diligently taking notes and absorbing knowledge.
