Definitions
There are 10 meanings of the word
Engage.
How to pronounce engage:
US
Engage - as a verb
Carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
Example: "She pursued many activities"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
prosecutepursueHypernyms (Closely Related)
actmoveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Consume all of one's attention or time
Example: "Her interest in butterflies absorbs her completely"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
absorbengrossoccupyHypernyms (Closely Related)
interestHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Engage or hire for work
Example: "They hired two new secretaries in the department"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
employhireHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Ask to represent; of legal counsel
Example: "I'm retaining a lawyer"
Get caught
Example: "Make sure the gear is engaged"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
touchHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
disengageCarry on (wars, battles, or campaigns)
Example: "Napoleon and hitler waged war against all of europe"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
wageHypernyms (Closely Related)
contendfightstruggleHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Hire for work or assistance
Example: "Engage aid, help, services, or support"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enlistHypernyms (Closely Related)
procuresecureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"He decided to engage in a friendly conversation with his new neighbor."
"She was hesitant to engage in the risky business venture."
"The teacher tried to engage the students in a lively discussion."
"The couple decided to engage in a long-distance relationship."
"The company didn't want to engage in any unethical practices."
Word Game Points
Is ENGAGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, engage is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ENGAGE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.
Is ENGAGE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, engage is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordENGAGE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is ENGAGE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, engage is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordENGAGE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
