Engrossedly

/ɛnˈɡroʊsɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner showing complete attention, absorption, or fascination with something.

Etymology

From engross (to absorb completely) + -ed (past participle/adjective marker) + -ly (adverb suffix). The structure transforms a verb into a manner-describing adverb.

Kelly Says

Adding '-ly' to an already intense verb like 'engrossed' creates this perfect word for describing that moment when someone is so absorbed they don't hear you calling their name—we've all been engrossedly lost in something.

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