involved

6 definitions • 7 examples

not simple and therefore difficult to understand:

an involved reason/excuse/argument

The plot of the film was too involved - I couldn't understand it.

being in a close relationship with someone:

emotionally/romantically involved

Try not to become too emotionally involved with the children in your care.

difficult to understand or deal with; complicated:

His story was so involved that I couldn’t follow it.

interested in something you are doing:

Maria was so involved in her work that she didn’t hear me come in.

If someone is involved with someone else, they have a romantic relationship.

part of an activity or event:

The couple was having a loud argument, and I was afraid to get involved.