enthrallment

noun

Definition of enthrallmentnext
as in immersion
a focusing of the mind on something the child's enthrallment with the new toy lasted about 30 minutes

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  1. immersion
  2. attention
  3. concentration
Noun
  • The trip was a whirlwind of cultural immersion, exploring Japan’s politics, economy, history and social challenges.
    Eva Kurima, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Popular on Variety Ultimately, Ross wanted an aspect of immersion for the audience to experience what the two boys Elwood and Turner were going through.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of immersion
Noun
  • Quarterback Matthew Stafford said that the Vikings were receiving the Rams’ full attention while the Rams were at the team’s facility in Woodland Hills.
    Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The legal battle over TikTok has attracted unusual attention due to its political and cultural significance.
    Nik Popli, TIME, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of attention
Noun
  • In 2024, that meant record levels of water vapor in the atmosphere, with concentrations exceeding the 1991 to 2020 average by 5%.
    Jeffrey Kluger, TIME, 10 Jan. 2025
  • His recovery pace can save him from any lapses in concentration, too.
    The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of concentration
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“Enthrallment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthrallment. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.

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