1. the state of being completely absorbed or occupied with something
2. the action of monopolizing or taking exclusive possession of something
Usage: formal
3. the preparation of a legal document in its final form
Usage: legal

Examples

• Her engrossment in the novel made her lose track of time.
• The child’s complete engrossment in building blocks impressed his teacher.
• His engrossment with video games worried his parents.
• The company’s engrossment of the market led to antitrust concerns.
• The lawyer supervised the engrossment of the contract.
• She read with such engrossment that she didn’t hear the doorbell.
• The engrossment of all available resources left competitors struggling.