Engross

7 lettersverbmoderate

Updated June 2026

Definition

To capture and hold someone's complete and undivided attention.

“The intricate thriller managed to engross her completely from the very first page.”

Pronunciation

Syllables

en·gross

Related Words

Synonyms

steep immerse engulf plunge absorb engage occupy

Antonyms

boredistractrepel

Word Game Tips

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Wordle

Ends in double S at -OSS and contains the GR cluster, 7 common letters make it a fair Wordle guess

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Scrabble

Scores 9 points, double S is useful for board hooks and the GR cluster is reliable for rack clearance

Words Related to Engross

Words you can make from Engross

Shorter words formed from the letters in “engross”.

gnoses goners gorses ogress segnos senors sensor snores ergon esrog genos genro gesso goers goner gores gorse gross norse noser noses ogres ornes roses

Add a letter to make a longer word

8-letter words you can spell by adding one letter to “engross”.

congress surgeons

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