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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

engrossed

/ɛŋˈɡrɒsɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does engrossed mean?

verb

Completely absorbed in an activity or thought, unable to think of anything else. To occupy or engage someone's full attention.

Example

"She was engrossed in her book and didn't hear the phone ringing."

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