engross

Verb
  1. Devote (oneself) fully to (synset 200602438)
    "He immersed himself into his studies"
    hypernym: center, centre, concentrate, focus, pore, rivet - direct one's attention on something
    hyponym: drink, drink in - be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to
    synonym: absorb, engulf, immerse, plunge, soak up, steep
    verb group: immerse, plunge - cause to be immersed
  2. Consume all of one's attention or time (synset 200601765)
    "Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely"
    hypernym: interest - excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
    hyponym:
    • involve - occupy or engage the interest of
    • consume - engage fully
    • rivet - hold (someone's attention)
    synonym: absorb, engage, occupy

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