Definition

A commitment or agreement to participate in an event or activity, often involving a promise to be present at a certain time.

Example

She accepted the engagement to speak at the conference next month.

Conversation

Did you hear about Sarah's engagement?

Yeah, I saw the pictures! They look so happy together.

I can't believe she’s getting married already.

I know, right? It feels like just yesterday we were in school.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Engagement → It is formed from "engager" (from Old French, meaning to pledge or bind) and the suffix "-ment" (meaning the action or result of). The word "engagement" refers to the action of binding oneself to a commitment or pledge.

Memory Tip

Think of making a 'pledge' ('engager') and the '-ment' indicating the action of that pledge. This helps you remember that engagement means committing to something.

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