involved — taking part in something or being included in something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: taking part in something or being included in something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈvɑːlvd/
Korean meaning: 관련된, 연루된, 참여하는
Korean pronunciation: 인**볼**브드
Example Sentences
- He got involved in a cooking competition and ended up burning water.
- The case involved three missing cats, two confused dogs, and one very angry parrot.
- Students involved in the research project will receive extra credit.
involved
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈvɑːlvd//
taking part in something or being included in something
Everyone was involved in the project — no one stayed on the sidelines.
Once she stepped into the revolving door, she was involved. (IN + REVOLVE = INVOLVED → once you are IN the REVOLVE, you are involved)
Those involved helped resolve the problem and watched the community evolve.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'involvere' meaning 'to wrap up or envelop,' composed of 'in-' (in) and 'volvere' (to roll or turn). The word entered Middle English through Old French and developed its modern meaning of 'taking part in' or 'being included in' during the 16th century.
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📝Examples
“He got involved in a cooking competition and ended up burning water.”
“The case involved three missing cats, two confused dogs, and one very angry parrot.”
“Students involved in the research project will receive extra credit.”
“The instructions were so involved that even my computer gave up trying to understand them.”
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