involvement

noun

plural involvements
Synonyms of involvementnext
: the act or an instance of involving someone or something
His involvement of others was inexcusable.
: the state, act, or fact of being involved
involvement in public life
denied any involvement in the crime
In this era of strained school budgets, parental involvement is as likely to mean reading stories to kindergartners as running a bake sale.David Ruben

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In April 2022, Serrano and Taylor became the first female boxers to headline the legendary New York venue, and, thanks to the involvement of Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), the first to earn over $1m each. Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026 The informal term — which is not a clinical diagnosis — refers to spouses who remain together while reducing their emotional effort, communication or involvement in the relationship, according to experts. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026 The Adelson family had long denied any involvement in Markel’s killing, and in August 2016, their lawyer released a statement maintaining their innocence. Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026 The agent continuously interprets intent, adapts outreach, and advances conversations until human involvement creates the most value. Harvard Business Review, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for involvement

Word History

Etymology

involve + -ment

First Known Use

1681, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of involvement was in 1681

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“Involvement.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/involvement. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

Medical Definition

: inclusion in an area affected by disease, trauma, or insult
syphilitic involvement of the brain
the extent of involvement of the lungMorris Fishbein

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