Cool MateEngagement
UK /["/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/"]/US /["/ɪnˈɡeɪdʒmənt/"]/
Definition
an agreement to marry somebody; the period during which two people are engaged
In simple words: Being involved or participating in something, especially with interest.
Examples
- Their engagement was announced last week and everyone is very happy for them.
- The company focuses on increasing customer engagement through interactive campaigns.
- She valued the engagement between the teacher and students during the class.
- The soldiers’ engagement with enemy forces lasted for several hours.
- His public speaking engagement attracted a large audience in the city.
- Social media has changed how brands measure user engagement online.
- Following their engagement, they began planning the wedding for the summer.
Usage notes
Commonly used in contexts like business or relationships to signify commitment. Avoid using in very casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
engagement + object
Memory hint
Think of a wedding ring — an engagement symbolizes a commitment.
Collocations
- long
- broken
- announce
- celebrate
- break
- ring
- party
- engagement to
- previous
- prior
- important
- have
- keep
- carry out
- engagement with
- constructive
- effective
- active
- encourage
- promote
- facilitate
- engagement in
- engagement with
Synonyms
- commitment
- involvement
- participation
- interaction
- connection
Antonyms
- disengagement
- apathy
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'engaged' — engagement is the state, engaged is the action.
- Using 'engagements' when referring to multiple events without context.
- Overusing in informal contexts where simpler terms like 'involvement' might fit better.