immerse

verb

im·​merse i-ˈmərs 

immersed; immersing

transitive verb

1

: to plunge into something that surrounds or covers

especially : to plunge or dip into a fluid

2

: engross, absorb

completely immersed in his work

3

: to baptize by immersion

Synonyms

• absorb
• bemuse
• busy
• catch up
• engage
• engross
• enthrall
• enthral
• enwrap
• fascinate
• grip
• interest
• intrigue
• involve
• occupy

Examples of immerse in a Sentence

Immerse the fabric completely in the dye.

She had immersed herself in writing short stories.

He immersed himself in the culture of the island.

Recent Examples on the Web

In addition to getting to be immersed in a Dia de los Muertos celebration, the performers (Miguel and his family) were absolutely phenomenal. —Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 20 Dec. 2024

Throughout their stay, guests can immerse themselves in exclusive experiences, from intimate encounters with majestic elephants to savoring world-class cuisine, all in the serenity of an all-inclusive escape. —Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024

This sprawling, festive wonderland promises to immerse visitors in the magic of the season with millions of dazzling lights, real Texas snow and ice, and other cheerful attractions spread across acres of holiday joy. —Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Dec. 2024

Larraín, a lifelong opera fan since his childhood in Santiago, Chile, immersed himself in biographies of Callas and newspaper and magazine articles about her. —Dave Itzkoff, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin immersus, past participle of immergere, from in- + mergere to merge

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

immerse

verb

im·​merse im-ˈərs 

immersed; immersing

1

: to plunge into something (as a fluid) that surrounds or covers

2

: to become completely involved in

immersed in a good book

immersion

-ˈər-zhən

-shən

noun