engross

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- \in-ˈgrōs, en-\
- /ɪnˈɡrəʊs/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- \in-ˈgrōs, en-\

Definitions of engross word

noun engross Absorb all the attention or interest of. 1
transitive verb engross absorb the attention of 1
verb engross to occupy one's attention completely; absorb 0
verb engross to write or copy (manuscript) in large legible handwriting 0
verb engross to write or type out formally (a deed, agreement, or other document) preparatory to execution 0
verb transitive engross to write out in large letters of a kind once used for legal documents 0

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Parts of speech for Engross

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Synonyms for engross

verb engross

absorb — If something absorbs a liquid, gas, or other substance, it soaks it up or takes it in.
captivate — If you are captivated by someone or something, you find them fascinating and attractive.
occupy — to take or fill up (space, time, etc.): I occupied my evenings reading novels.
hold — to have or keep in the hand; keep fast; grasp: She held the purse in her right hand. He held the child's hand in his.
engage — Occupy, attract, or involve (someone's interest or attention).

All 27 Synonyms of engross

Antonyms for engross

verb engross

bore — If someone or something bores you, you find them dull and uninteresting.
disenchant — to rid of or free from enchantment, illusion, credulity, etc.; disillusion: The harshness of everyday reality disenchanted him of his idealistic hopes.
disgust — to cause loathing or nausea in.
offend — to irritate, annoy, or anger; cause resentful displeasure in: Even the hint of prejudice offends me.
repel — to drive or force back (an assailant, invader, etc.).

All 18 Antonyms of engross

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