involvement

[in-volv-muhnt]

noun

1. an act or instance of being included, or of including someone or something, in an action, process, group, etc..

   He closed with a reminder about the importance of women's involvement in the wider conversations about war and peace-building.

2. an act or instance of taking part in a crime, conflict, or other troublesome situation.

   Several officials from this institution were accused of involvement in acts of corruption, although such charges never came to anything.

3. an act or instance of having one’s interest, emotions, or commitment engaged by someone or something.

   They were observed spending time together in many places, but they denied any romantic involvement.

Other Word Forms

• noninvolvement noun
• preinvolvement noun
• reinvolvement noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of involvement¹

involve ( def. ) + -ment ( def. )

Example Sentences

Conservative MP Alicia Kearns, who previously employed Mr Cash as a parliamentary researcher, said it was "inexplicable" that the trial would have collapsed "without either ministerial or national security advisor or executive involvement".

From BBC

Moscow has denied any involvement in the recent incidents.

From BBC

It is unclear how the US and Iranian companies will co-exist in Armenia, given recent US involvement in the Israel‑Iran war.

From BBC

In Grealish's seven Premier League games since joining on a season-long loan from Manchester City, he has played 556 minutes, had five goal involvements, created 17 chances and had 10 shots.

From BBC

The defence played a 15-minute video highlighting Combs' achievements, and Judge Subramanian acknowledged that he considered his involvement with charities and helping the black community, and his deep family ties.

From BBC

Related Words

• engagement 
• relationship 
• responsibility