immersion
noun
im·mer·sion
i-ˈmər-zhən 
-shən
a
: absorbing involvement
immersion in politics
b
: instruction based on extensive exposure to surroundings or conditions that are native or pertinent to the object of study
especially
: foreign language instruction in which only the language being taught is used
learned French through immersion
c
: baptism by complete submersion of the person in water
Examples of immersion in a Sentence
We were surprised by his complete immersion in the culture of the island.
He learned French through immersion.
I'm taking an immersion course in German.
Recent Examples on the Web
Part of why Chalamet works so well as Dylan, besides his evident immersion in the music and the mannerisms, is how easily one man’s rise to meteoric fame maps onto the other’s.
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Alison Herman, Variety, 24 Feb. 2025
Business: Elon Musk’s new White House role and his immersion in right-wing politics appear to be diverting his attention from Tesla at a critical moment.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Some popular practices include: Cold plunging – Brief immersion in cold water, often around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cryotherapy – Exposure to extreme cold via liquid nitrogen.
Saunas – Both infrared and traditional options.
—Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 21 Feb. 2025
Every time someone publishes an interview or a profile of him, social media becomes inundated with snarky comments on his process, his immersion into his roles, his serious dedication to his craft.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2025
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Alison Herman, Variety, 24 Feb. 2025
Business: Elon Musk’s new White House role and his immersion in right-wing politics appear to be diverting his attention from Tesla at a critical moment.
—Natasha Frost, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
Some popular practices include: Cold plunging – Brief immersion in cold water, often around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
Cryotherapy – Exposure to extreme cold via liquid nitrogen.
Saunas – Both infrared and traditional options.
—Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 21 Feb. 2025
Every time someone publishes an interview or a profile of him, social media becomes inundated with snarky comments on his process, his immersion into his roles, his serious dedication to his craft.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 20 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for immersion
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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immersion. Accessed 8 Mar. 2025.
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