immersion

noun

im·​mer·​sion i-ˈmər-zhən How to pronounce immersion (audio)
-shən
Synonyms of immersion
: the act of immersing or the state of being immersed
immersion in hot water
: such as
a
: absorbing involvement
immersion in politics
b
: instruction based on extensive exposure to surroundings or conditions that are native or pertinent to the object of study
especially : foreign language instruction in which only the language being taught is used
learned French through immersion
c
: baptism by complete submersion of the person in water

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We were surprised by his complete immersion in the culture of the island. He learned French through immersion. I'm taking an immersion course in German.
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The aim is to enhance immersion without distracting from the central narrative, achieved by carefully adjusting peripheral content with blur or reduced contrast. — Benny Har-Even, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Media reports also cited Jefferies analyst William Beavington as urging caution, noting that previous claims of Chinese progress in immersion DUV lithography had later proved inaccurate. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026 There's also the company's TrueSpatial 3D tech which pairs with head tracking hardware to emulate the experience of hearing powerful speakers directing sound towards you across a wider soundstage for greater immersion. — New Atlas, 26 July 2026 The Apple Watch Ultra 3 has the same EN13319 diving certification as the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2, and it’s rated for the same level of water immersion and dust resistance. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for immersion

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of immersion was in the 15th century

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“Immersion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immersion. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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