merse

/mɜːrs/

Definitions

1. verb

to plunge or immerse (something or someone) completely in a liquid, or to engage or involve (someone or something) deeply in a particular activity, feeling, or situation

“The diver carefully mersed himself into the icy waters to avoid hypothermia.”

2. noun

a deep or profound immersion in a particular activity, feeling, or situation

“Her mersing in the world of art led her to create a stunning collection of paintings.”

3. verb

to confuse or perplex (someone) deeply

“The complex plot mersed the reader, leaving them bewildered.”

Synonyms

  • dive
  • engross
  • immerse
  • involve
  • plunge

Antonyms

  • detach
  • disengage
  • divorce