Emmerse vs. Immerse: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 21, 2023
"Emmerse" is a common misspelling. The correct spelling is "Immerse," meaning to deeply involve or engulf in something.
Which is correct: Emmerse or Immerse
How to spell Immerse?
Emmerse is Incorrect
Immerse is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember that "Immerse" starts with an "I" like "Involve."
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Oct 20, 2023
Think of the phrase "I must immerse myself" to remember the initial "I."
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Oct 20, 2023
Associate "Immerse" with "immerge," which also starts with an "I."
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Oct 20, 2023
Visualize something being submerged or "immersed" in water.
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Oct 20, 2023
"Emmerse" sounds like "emerge," which is the opposite of immerse.
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Oct 20, 2023
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Emmerse and Immerse Definitions
Immerse
To engross or captivate completely.
The movie immersed me from the start.
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Oct 08, 2023
Immerse
To involve oneself deeply in an activity or interest.
She immerses herself in her studies.
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Oct 08, 2023
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Immerse
To engage wholly or deeply; absorb
Scholars who immerse themselves in their subjects.
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Immerse
(transitive) To place within a fluid (generally a liquid, but also a gas).
Archimedes determined the volume of objects by immersing them in water.
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Immerse
(transitive) To involve or engage deeply.
The sculptor immersed himself in anatomic studies.
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Immerse
To plunge into anything that surrounds or covers, especially into a fluid; to dip; to sink; to bury; to immerge.
Deep immersed beneath its whirling wave.
More than a mile immersed within the wood.
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Oct 08, 2023
Immerse
To engage deeply; to engross the attention of; to involve; to overhelm.
The queen immersed in such a trance.
It is impossible to have a lively hope in another life, and yet be deeply immersed inn the enjoyments of this.
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Immerse
Enclose or envelop completely, as if by swallowing;
The huge waves swallowed the small boat and it sank shortly thereafter
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Immerse
Cause to be immersed;
The professor plunged his students into the study of the Italian text
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Immerse
To embed into a surrounding entity.
The culture immerses newcomers swiftly.
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FAQs
Which vowel is used before Immerse?
It depends on the context, but often "to" as in "to immerse."
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Oct 20, 2023
Why is it called Immerse?
It originates from the Latin word "immersus," meaning to plunge or dip into.
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Oct 20, 2023
What is the plural form of Immerse?
Immerse doesn't have a plural form since it's a verb.
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Oct 20, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Immerse?
Any conjunction can be used, depending on the context.
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Oct 20, 2023
What is the root word of Immerse?
The root is "merse," derived from Latin "mersus."
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Oct 20, 2023
Which determiner is used with Immerse?
"This," as in "this immersion technique."
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Oct 20, 2023
Is Immerse a negative or positive word?
Neutral; context determines its connotation.
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Oct 20, 2023
Is Immerse a vowel or consonant?
"Immerse" is a word, not a letter. It contains both vowels and consonants.
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Oct 20, 2023
How is Immerse used in a sentence?
"She chose to immerse herself in the local culture during her travels."
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Oct 20, 2023
Is the word Immerse imperative?
It can be used in an imperative manner, as in "Immerse the cloth!"
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Oct 20, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
