immerse

verb

im·​merse i-ˈmərs How to pronounce immerse (audio)
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

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 Available on the App Store, that version will allow viewers to transform their space and immerse themselves in all things Gucci Ancora. Chris Gardner, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Mar. 2024 His point of view is not the dominant one; the subtitles allow the story to expand beyond him, immersing the viewer in the nuances of the Japanese language and culture. Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 8 Mar. 2024 The entire property is centered on immersing guests in the mountain-meets-ocean surroundings. Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 7 Mar. 2024 Include sensory details such as sights, sounds, smells and feelings to fully immerse yourself in the memory. Mark Travers, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2024 In it are interactive exhibits, rare collections and special educational opportunities for visitors to immerse themselves in the civil rights movement. Bridgette Bartlett Royall, Essence, 29 Feb. 2024 Contestants will engage in rigorous dance challenges weekly, immersing themselves in the realities of the profession. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 28 Feb. 2024 That book encapsulated the challenge of Potok's life, Posner said: Potok was a deeply religious Jewish man who also was deeply pulled to art and wanted to live fully in both worlds, immersing him in conflict. Jim Higgins, Journal Sentinel, 28 Feb. 2024 Wander through Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Spread out over 83 lush acres, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden immerses visitors in colorful tropical gardens, rainforests, and coastal habitats, with a collection of more than 3,400 species of plants. Jessica Poitevien, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2024

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'immerse.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of immerse was in the 15th century

Dictionary Entries Near immerse

Cite this Entry

“Immerse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immerse. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

immerse

verb
im·​merse im-ˈərs How to pronounce immerse (audio)
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

More from Merriam-Webster on immerse

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!