immersion

noun

im·​mer·​sion i-ˈmər-zhən 

-shən

: the act of immersing or the state of being immersed: 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

Synonyms

• absorption
• attention
• concentration
• engrossment
• enthrallment

Examples of immersion in a Sentence

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Cultural immersion in Bali Photo: Hoshinoya Bali To regard Bali merely as an outdoor destination would be an oversight. —Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 12 Feb. 2025

The total immersion in Reggae music and Caribbean culture is apparent in every aspect of the experience. —Essence, 2 Feb. 2025

He's also gotten some real immersion to help situate him in Owen's shoes. —Julia Moore, People.com, 31 Jan. 2025

Common causes of hypothermia include exposure to cold weather or immersion in cold water. —John Yoo and John Shu, Newsweek, 23 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing immersion

• immersion blender
• immersion circulator
• immersion heater
• trine immersion