Engage: meaning, definitions and examples

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engage

[ ɪnˈɡeɪdʒ ]

^{Context #1}

in conversation

occupy, attract, or involve (someone's interest or attention).

Synonyms

attract, involve, occupy, participate

Examples of usage

He tried to engage the old man in conversation
She had little contact with other people, and she found it difficult to engage with the world around her

^{Context #2}

in action

cause someone to become involved in (a conversation or discussion).

Synonyms

attract, involve, occupy, participate

Examples of usage

she was trying to engage him in conversation

^{Context #3}

in agreement

establish a meaningful contact or connection with someone.

Synonyms

communicate, connect, interact

Examples of usage

they attempted to engage with the local community

Translations

Translations of the word "engage" in other languages:

🇵🇹 engajar

🇮🇳 संलग्न करना

🇩🇪 engagieren

🇮🇩 melibatkan

🇺🇦 залучати

🇵🇱 zaangażować

🇯🇵 関与する (kanyosuru)

🇫🇷 engager

🇪🇸 involucrar

🇹🇷 dahil olmak

🇰🇷 참여하다 (chamyeohada)

🇸🇦 الانخراط (al-inikhrat)

🇨🇿 zapojit

🇸🇰 zapájať

🇨🇳 参与 (cānyù)

🇸🇮 vključiti

🇮🇸 taka þátt

🇰🇿 қатысу

🇬🇪 ჩართვა (chartva)

🇦🇿 cəlb etmək

🇲🇽 involucrarse

Word origin

The word 'engage' originated from the Middle French word 'engager', meaning 'to pledge'. It entered the English language in the mid-15th century. Over time, the meaning evolved to include notions of involvement, interaction, and commitment. Today, 'engage' is commonly used in various contexts to describe active participation or connection.