What is another word for absorbed in?

Pronunciation: [ɐbsˈɔːbd ˈɪn] (IPA)

When describing someone who is deep in thought or intensely focused on something, there are many synonyms for the phrase "absorbed in." These synonyms include engrossed, immersed, captivated, enthralled, fascinated, preoccupied, lost in, and entranced. Each of these words carries a slightly different connotation, but all convey the idea of complete absorption or concentration. When choosing a synonym for "absorbed in," it often depends on the context and tone of the sentence. For example, "entranced" might be more appropriate for describing someone's fascination with a beautiful piece of music, while "preoccupied" might be better suited for someone who is deeply worried about a problem.

What are the hypernyms for Absorbed in?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Absorbed in

  • I feel no need for any other faith than my faith in the kindness of human beings. I am so absorbed in the wonder of earth and the life upon it that I cannot think of heaven and angels.
    Pearl S. Buck
  • Like Confucius of old, I am so absorbed in the wonder of the earth and the life upon it, that I cannot think of heaven and the angels.
    Pearl S. Buck
  • However, all gifts seem now to be absorbed in one and a man must be either a Preacher or nothing.
    Adam Clarke
  • It is a cursed evil to any man to become as absorbed in any subject as I am in mine.
    Charles Darwin
  • I was totally absorbed in the real world, the politics, the history, the news, and I just couldn't find my way into the fictional world... When I finally could return to writing the novel, it was in fits and starts.
    David Guterson

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