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involvement

n. C / U
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˌɪnˈvɑɫvmənt// UK //ɪnvˈɒlvmənt// in·volve·ment

n. the act of taking part in an activity or being part of a group. It can also mean being connected to something, like a crime or a project.

n. the state of being included in an activity, project, or organization; the fact of being associated with a specific event or situation. Often implies active participation or a causal link.


SIMPLE

Her involvement in the club takes up all her free time.

CONTEXTUAL

The police are investigating his involvement in the robbery after finding his car near the scene.

COMPLEX

Community involvement is essential for the success of urban renewal projects, as local residents provide the necessary insight into the neighborhood's specific needs.

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Origin

From involve + -ment.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the general state of being included; countable when referring to specific instances or emotional connections.

Pitfall

his involvement to the projecthis involvement in the projectThe noun typically takes the preposition 'in' rather than 'to' when describing participation.

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