prepossessed 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of prepossessednext
as in engaged

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prepossessed

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verb

past tense of prepossess
as in influenced

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prepossessed
  1. engaged
  2. preoccupied
  3. disposed
  4. inclined
  5. absorbed
  6. predisposed
  7. concerned
  8. convinced
Adjective
  • Now in their 30s, Bieber is married to model Hailey Bieber, and Gomez recently became engaged to music producer Benny Blanco.
    Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
  • According to the report, women are the most engaged TV audience.
    Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of engaged
Adjective
  • But then the rebels seized an opportunity, capitalizing on a weakened government whose key allies are heavily preoccupied with other conflicts.
    Rob Picheta, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile, Oliver, as usual, is more preoccupied with his own personal storyline than with the investigation at hand.
    Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2024
Definition of preoccupied
Verb
  • It will all be disposed of as trash.
    Keith Matheny, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Wreaths with wire and plastic backings can't be composted, and should be disposed in garbage carts, according to the city's website.
    Alex Groth, Journal Sentinel, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of disposed
Verb
  • Indianapolis Star Everyone is inclined to take things for granted.
    The Indianapolis Star, The Indianapolis Star, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Governor DeWine, surely cognizant of the sentiments behind this vote, is reportedly inclined to sign the bill.
    The Editors, National Review, 25 Nov. 2024
Definition of inclined
Adjective
  • Although the mercury hovered at only 5°, all of us became so absorbed in the rabbit chase that no one noticed numb toes and cold ears.
    Erwin A. Bauer, Outdoor Life, 25 Dec. 2024
  • Because of this, absorbed sunlight isn’t reradiated in every direction equally but in some directions more than others.
    Phil Plait, Scientific American, 20 Sep. 2024
Definition of absorbed
Verb
  • Understanding these genes can provide insight into why certain individuals are predisposed to hair loss.
    Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Those with Down syndrome are predisposed to certain conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease and leukemia but are less likely to experience mass tumor cancers or certain heart diseases.
    Joanne Haner, The Hill, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of predisposed
Adjective
  • Their trip was initially only to last about eight to 10 days, but multiple issues with the Starliner prompted a concerned NASA, out of caution, to leave them behind at the space station and return the capsule to Earth empty in September.
    Faris Tanyos, CBS News, 18 Dec. 2024
  • China’s leadership is more concerned about diversifying Macao’s economy, which has been heavily reliant on the gaming and tourism sectors.
    Katie Tam and Kanis Leung, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of concerned
Verb
  • Still not convinced the puffer is for you?
    Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Stearns said in a recent interview that one day in the class convinced him of its value.
    Anita Chabria, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of convinced
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