Involvement

Definition

The action or state of being involved in something; a situation in which one is actively engaged or participating.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvɑlvmənt/
• Respelling: in-VOLV-muhnt (with "in" as in "tin," "VOLV" as in "solve," and "muhnt" as in "blunt")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvɒlvmənt/
• Respelling: in-VOLV-muhnt (with "in" as in "tin," "VOLV" as in "solve," and "muhnt" as in "blunt")

In both dialects, "involvement" places the primary stress on the second syllable, "VOLV." The pronunciation is the same across both American and British English, focusing on the clear articulation of "in-VOLV-muhnt."

Etymology

Derived from the verb "involve" which comes from the Latin "involvere", meaning "to roll into" or "entangle", combined with the suffix "-ment", which forms nouns that refer to an action, process, or result.

Derivatives

• Involve (verb)
• Involved (adjective)
• Involving (verb, present participle)
• Involvemental (adjective, less common)
• Re-involvement (noun)

Synonyms

• Participation
• Engagement
• Association

Antonyms

• Exclusion
• Isolation
• Nonparticipation

Usage

Involvement is used to describe the act or state of taking part in an activity or being connected with a particular event or situation. It can refer to both active participation and the state of being affected by or included in something.

Related Terms

• Commitment
• Contribution
• Inclusion
• Interaction
• Integration

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Involvement (Noun): The state of being engaged or participating in something.
  • Example: "Her involvement in community service has made a significant impact."

• Involvement (Noun): The act of including or implicating someone or something in an activity or situation.
  • Example: "The company's involvement in the scandal led to a public relations crisis."

• Involvement (Noun): Emotional or personal connection to an activity or cause.
  • Example: "His deep involvement with the charity showed his dedication to helping others."

Note: "Involvement" primarily relates to the concept of being a part of or participating in something. It can be used in diverse contexts ranging from personal relationships to societal contributions.