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engrossment

noun
en·​gross·​ment | \ in-ˈgrō-smənt How to pronounce engrossment (audio) , en-\

Definition of engrossment

1 : the act of engrossing
2 : the state of being absorbed or occupied : preoccupation
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Synonyms & Antonyms for engrossment

Synonyms

absorption, attention, concentration, enthrallment, immersion

Antonyms

inattention

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Examples of engrossment in a Sentence

my engrossment in the video game made me lose track of time

First Known Use of engrossment

1526, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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