Pronunciation: [ɛnɡɹˈə͡ʊst] (IPA) 
The word "engrossed" is spelled with the letters e-n-g-r-o-s-s-e-d. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced as /ɪnˈɡroʊst/. The first syllable "en" is pronounced with the short "i" sound, followed by the "gr" sound pronounced with a hard "g". The "o" is pronounced with a long "o" sound, while the "ss" produces a soft "s" sound. Finally, the "ed" ending is pronounced with a separate syllable, produced by the letter "d".
Engrossed refers to a state of complete focus or absorption in something, to the point of excluding attention from any other matter. It is often used to describe the intense involvement or deep concentration one has in an activity or task.
When a person is engrossed in something, they become fully immersed, captivated, or occupied by it. All their attention, mental and emotional energy is directed towards the specific object of interest, which could be a book, a movie, a conversation, a game, or any other engaging pursuit. The individual is so engrossed that they are unaware of or pay no heed to their surroundings or other ongoing events.
In this state, external distractions or unrelated thoughts are pushed aside, allowing the individual to be fully engaged and absorbed in the present moment or activity. The person may lose track of time, neglect other responsibilities, or even disregard the needs of others, as they are fully engrossed in the task at hand.
Engrossed is often used synonymously with terms like absorbed, preoccupied, immersed, and captivated. This word exemplifies a deep level of concentration and involvement, where the person's mind is completely occupied and fixated on an activity, resulting in an intense and profound experience.
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The word "engrossed" originated from the Middle English term "engrossen", which came from the Old French word "engrossier". The Old French word was formed by combining the prefix "en" (meaning "make" or "put into") with the adjective "gros" (meaning "thick" or "fat"). In its early usage, "engrossed" referred to the practice of copying or transcribing a document in large, bold letters to make it more official or to emphasize its importance. Over time, the meaning of "engrossed" expanded to signify being fully absorbed or completely focused on something, as if one's attention had been thickened or intensified.
