involvedin‧volved /ɪnˈvɒlvd $ ɪnˈvɑːlvd/ ●●● S2 W3 adjective 
More than 30 software firms were involved in the project. I don’t want to get involved in some lengthy argument about who is to blame. I’m afraid your son’s been involved in an accident (=he is one of the people in an accident).involved with Landel has been involved with the Hercules project for years.actively/deeply/heavily involved (=involved very much) Mrs. Cummings has been actively involved with the church for years.GRAMMAR: Prepositions with involved• Someone is involved in something: · He is involved in the family business.· Don’t get involved in their problems. ✗Don’t say: involved into something• Someone is involved with a project, person, or group: · She got involved with the youth club.Grammar guide ‒ ADJECTIVES2work/effort etc involved in doing something the amount of work, effort etc that is needed in order to make something succeed: Most people don’t realize the amount of effort involved in writing a novel.3be involved with somebody a)to be having a romantic relationship with someone, especially a sexual one: The senator denied that he was romantically involved with a member of his staff. b)to spend time with someone that you have a relationship with: Fathers are encouraged to be more involved with their families.4having so many different parts that it is difficult to understand SYN complicated: The plot was so involved that very few people knew what was going on.► see thesaurus at complicated
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- Adopting a child can be a long involved process.
- Following the riots, the university promised to discipline all those involved.
- In court she gave evidence about her torture, naming the officers involved.
- Most of the people involved have by now either died or moved away.
- The system for choosing candidates is very involved, and I won't go into it here.
- All his adult life, Dignam had been one of the most involved defenders of the rights of actors.
- As we have discussed, the survivors need to feel involved in their loved one's dying process as much as possible.
- Both Marr and Morrissey were instantly involved in fairly advanced post-Morrissey/Marr/Smiths activities.
- No, Barry had never meant to get involved with Christine.
- Second, what are the cognitive and affective processes involved in stereotype change?
- Selective adhesion mechanisms are known to be involved in nerve-muscle recognition and control of synaptic development in several vertebrate systems.
THESAURUS
consisting of a lot of different parts or details and therefore difficult to understand: · The rules of the game seemed very complicated.· I didn’t realize programming the VCR would be so complicated.· The brain is like a very powerful, very complicated computer.· a complicated issue
a complex process, relationship etc is difficult to understand because it has a lot of parts that are all connected in different ways: · The chemical processes involved are extremely complex.· the complex relationship between government and the media
having a lot of parts or details and very carefully planned, but often more complicated than is necessary: · Mike had worked out an elaborate system for categorizing his collection of DVDs.· The plan to kidnap her had become even more elaborate.· Sociologists have been coming up with increasingly elaborate theories to explain unsafe sexual practices.
very long and complicated – use this especially about something that you think should be made simpler: · The system for choosing candidates is very involved, and I won’t go into it here.· Adopting a child can be a long involved process.
too complicated and difficult to understand – used especially about someone’s language or arguments, or about a system: · convoluted sentences· Procedures for government funding have become more convoluted.· James’s books are full of long paragraphs and convoluted sentences, which many people do not find appealing.
having a lot of small parts or details – used especially about something that is cleverly designed or made: · Lasers are used to cut intricate designs in the metal.· The farmers use an intricate system of drainage canals.· the intricate workings of a watch· intricate patterns of coloured marble
Longman Language Activatorto have an accident · You shouldn't go so fast on that motorcycle, you'll have an accident!· Jack's had an accident at school! They've taken him to the hospital.
to have a serious accident in a car, train, plane etc by violently hitting another vehicle or something such as a wall or the ground: · He lost control of his car at the first bend and crashed.· The plane crashed shortly after take-off.crash into/onto: · The bus crashed into an embankment before bursting into flames.crash a car/bike/plane etc: · Rick crashed his bike before he'd finished paying for it.
formal to have an accident - used in official written documents and in news reports: · If you are involved in an accident, wearing a seat belt will halve the risk of death.· Stolen cars are more likely to be involved in accidents.
having a lot of different parts and difficult to understand consisting of a lot of different parts or details and therefore difficult to understand: · I didn't realize programming the VCR would be so complicated.· The brain is like a very powerful, very complicated computer.· the complicated problem of bringing peace to the Middle East
a complex process or system is difficult to understand because it has a lot of parts that are all connected in different ways: · The chemical processes involved in the experiment are extremely complex.· The seminar focuses on the complex relationship between government, the military, and the media.
having a lot of small parts or details - use this especially about something that is cleverly designed or made: · Lasers are used to cut intricate designs in wood.· The farmers use an intricate system of drainage canals.· the intricate workings of a watch· intricate patterns of coloured marble
having a lot of parts or details and very carefully planned, but often more complicated than is necessary: · Mike had worked out an elaborate system for categorizing his collection of CDs.· Sociologists have been coming up with increasingly elaborate theories to explain unsafe sexual practices.
very long and complicated - use this about a system, description, or explanation that you think should be made simpler: · The system for choosing candidates is very involved, and I won't go into it here.· Adopting a child can be a long involved process.
much too long and complicated, and therefore confusing and annoying: · The book begins with a long, tortuous introduction.· At last, an end to the tortuous negotiations was in sight.
too complicated and difficult to understand - use this especially about someone's language or arguments, or about a system: · He always uses a lot of convoluted arguments to support his theories, but no one's ever impressed.· James's books are full of long paragraphs and convoluted sentences, which many people do not find appealing.
to have a romantic or sexual relationship with someone also go with American to have someone as your girlfriend or boyfriend: · How long have you been going out with Mindy?· Is she still going with that guy who works at the gas station?be going (out) together: · Mark and I have been going out together for four years.
to have a romantic or sexual relationship with someone, especially a relationship that is not very serious and does not last very long: · Do you know if Tanya's seeing anyone at the moment?· A couple of years after they got married, he started seeing other women.
to have a romantic or sexual relationship with someone, especially one that continues for a long time: · I have had several relationships before, but this is special.· They'd been having a relationship for over a year when Julie found out she was pregnant.have a relationship with: · Would you even consider having a relationship with a man like Denny?
to have a secret sexual relationship with someone who is not your husband or wife: · I'd kill my husband if I found out he'd been having an affair.have an affair with: · The senator has been accused of having an affair with his publicity assistant.
to be having a serious relationship with someone, especially someone who is not suitable for you: · She's involved with a much older man.· The school has strict rules against teachers becoming involved with students.· Brad doesn't want to get involved with anyone right now. He's still upset about Suzanne.
American to be having a relationship with someone, especially a relationship that is not very serious yet: · How long have Paul and Sue been dating?· What is a man his age doing dating a 17-year-old?· I thought we were just friends, but when I started dating other men, he suddenly got really jealous.
someone who takes part in something formal someone who takes part in an organized event or activity: · This summer's children's art program had 14 participants.· At the end of the conference, all the participants were asked to fill out a questionnaire.participant in: · Reyes is an active participant in the protest movement.
someone who takes part in a race, game, or competition: · One of the competitors hurt her leg during the race.· Twenty-seven competitors from around the country will take part in Sunday's monster truck rally.
formal someone who takes part in a competition: · Davis was selected from 200,000 entrants to win the trip to the Super Bowl.· The winning entrant will receive a scholarship to the famous college of art and a year's supply of artist's materials.
someone who takes part in a competition or game, especially one that is judged by a group of judges: · Suzanne was a beauty-queen contestant in college.· The questions that contestants must answer get more difficult as the game goes on.
the piece of work or answer which someone has sent to be judged in a competition: · All entries for the contest must be received by September 11.· Her entry in the "Funniest Photo Contest" won third prize.· Organizers of the Lawson short story competition have received over 100,000 entries.
the people involved are the people who are taking part or who took part in an activity or event: · In court she gave evidence about her torture, naming the officers involved.· Most of the people involved have by now either died or moved away.· Following the riots, the university promised to discipline all those involved.
someone who takes part in a game: · Up to six players can play this game on-line.· It's now the turn of player number three.·
to take part in an event, activity, discussion etc · She wanted to take part but she was too ill.· The program teaches children about conservation, and about 30 schools are taking part.take part in · Nearly 500 teams took part in the competition.· Police have arrested a number of people who took part in the riot.· She was asked to take part in a TV debate on drugs.take an active/leading part · John has taken an active part in getting artists together for the festival.
to take part in an activity with a small number of other people, often something bad or illegal: · Choosing a school is an important decision, and both parents ought to be involved.be involved in: · At least three politicians are involved in the scandal.· The two men have denied being involved in Troy's kidnapping and murder.· Roughly two-thirds of high school students are involved in volunteer community work.
formal to take part in an activity, especially an organized activity: · There are regular class discussions, but some of the students never participate.· Being a spectator wasn't as enjoyable as participating.participate in: · Over 300 local firms participated in the survey.· Members can participate in any of the trips organized by the club.· Our employees are encouraged to participate in the decision making process.
to take part in some way in an activity or piece of work, especially one which has a useful result or purpose: · Our goal is to make sure everyone plays a part and shares in the credit.· Although the budget committees guide Congress's actions on spending, every committee plays a role.play a part/role in: · Hart clearly played a role in the decision to change admission standards.· Together with the police everyone can play a part in improving the security of their neighborhood.play an active/large/important etc part/role: · Men now play a larger part in looking after their children.· The most effective learning occurs when the child is allowed to play a more active role in the learning process.· The Secretary of State played a leading role in the government's successful foreign policy.· Schneider played a key role in getting the organization started.
to actively take part in the work of an organization such as a political group or church: · He is very active in the church's work with homeless people.· In school I was very active in sports and student government.· Allen, who is still on the board, is no longer active in the day-to-day management of the company.
to actively take part in a group discussion or group activity, especially by giving your opinions and ideas: · When we have class debates we try and get all the kids to contribute.· During the discussions MacDonald seemed to be listening, but he had nothing to contribute.contribute ideas/suggestions etc: · Readers are invited to contribute their opinions on any of the issues discussed here.
to take part in a TV or radio programme: · Forbes appeared on "Meet the Press" to discuss recent political developments.· He has often appeared on the BBC sports programme "A Question of Sport".
formal to be taking part in an activity, a conversation etc, especially one that continues for a long period of time: · The Nationalists have been engaged in a bitter fifteen-year armed struggle for independence.· During dinner I found myself engaged in a long complicated discussion with the doctor's wife.
involving doing or learning about something by taking part in it yourself, rather than just watching, reading about it, or hearing about it from someone else: · The training programs give students practical hands-on experience.· The exhibit includes numerous hands-on activities, including several archaeological dig stations.· Mr Garvey is known as a hands-on manager with an in-depth knowledge of the whole company.
to start taking part to start taking part in something that other people are already doing, especially something enjoyable such as a game, or a song: · When we get to the chorus I want everybody to join in!· James joined in the discussion to say that he agreed with what had been said.join in something: · We all wanted to join in the fun.join in with: · As a child, I was too shy to join in with the other children's games.
to start to take part in something, often something that will cause you problems or take a lot of your time: · It's a private matter between the two of them, and I don't think we should get involved.get involved in: · When did Anderson first get involved in local politics?· I don't want to get involved in an argument with you on the phone.· The US seemed unwilling to get involved in another war.
informal to start to take part in something that is already successful, especially a new type of business that other companies are already involved in: · Now that our exporting business to Eastern Europe has grown so successful, everyone wants to get in on the act.· Movie theater chains are expanding rapidly, and even small local theaters are getting in on the act.
informal to start to take part in an activity because a lot of other people are doing it and not necessarily because you believe in it: · More and more Republicans are hopping on the tax bandwagon to attract more voters.· Critics of the government's environmental policies say it has simply jumped on the bandwagon and has not done anything serious to fight pollution.
informal to deliberately interfere in a plan, activity etc that other people are organizing so that you can have some of the advantages of that situation: · I'm not going to let Jim muscle in on this deal - let him do his own negotiations.· Two men were killed when members of a rival gang tried to muscle in on their territory.
to relax and take part in a party, celebration, or special occasion: · This year Pat decided to get into the spirit and decorate her house for Halloween.· Although Mark felt depressed he did his best to enter into the spirit for Julie's sake.get/enter into the spirit of: · You'll enjoy yourself much more if you just relax and try to get into the spirit of the occasion.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY I’m afraid your son’s been involved in an accident (=he is one of the people in an accident). The senator denied that he was romantically involved with a member of his staff.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES Carol was actively involved in running the group. I have been closely involved in the work of both committees. We hope to bring together the countries directly involved in the conflict. I became heavily involved in politics.
I’m afraid your son’s been involved in an accident (=he is one of the people in an accident). (=involved very much) Mrs. Cummings has been actively involved with the church for years.
Mrs. Cummings has been actively involved with the church for years. The senator denied that he was romantically involved with a member of his staff. formal:· Your son has been involved in a car accident.
Carol was actively involved in running the group.· The men were involved in terrorist activities.
· She didn’t want to get into another argument about money.· I left to avoid becoming involved in an argument.
I have been closely involved in the work of both committees.· Apparently the commander of the army had also been involved in the conspiracy.
We hope to bring together the countries directly involved in the conflict.· The US government became involved in a dispute with China.
I became heavily involved in politics.· All those involved in the incident were sacked.
· He was involved in a plot to kidnap the pope.
· After university, he became involved in local politics.
· I am involved in various projects.
· The soldiers were well aware of the risks involved.· The public are unwilling to accept the risks associated with nuclear energy.
· A senior government official is involved in a political scandal.
· I knew that he was involved in the drugs scene.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE CORPUSADVERB· Through this journal, members of the Group are actively involved in disseminating information concerning the analysis of census documents.· Three of the team are actively involved with Recoup.· The multi-disciplinary staff are actively involved in research, the provision of short courses and consultancy services.· Some parents are actively involved in the child's learning support programme.· That is why the Government have concentrated on keeping people who are actively involved in business.· Once he has settled into his new post he may again become actively involved in the sport.
· Semi chips are a gas Swanson is also involved in studies on fabrication techniques for III/V ICs.· He was also involved in lower-level search and was attached to more traditional methods.· It is also involved in P7's definition.· This molecule is also involved in the adhesion of neutrophils to endothelium during the inflammatory response.· Further incidents in late January also involved members of the minority Afar community.· Taylor House staff are also involved in bail support work, designed to keep teenagers on remand out of prison.
· As part-time chairman, I am responsible for the managing of board affairs and am closely involved in the development of strategy.· Those with closely involved spouses or other relatives were all very well supported at home.· The grant of a patent can too often assume a talismanic significance for those closely involved in its conception and development.· He chose a small squad from among those men available who did not belong to any lineage closely involved in the affair.
· It is often the case that the client will want to be deeply involved in the preparation of the document.· But he followed him quietly to the table and was soon deeply involved in his new study.
· The company is now directly involved in 85% of its overseas distribution compared with 25% five years ago.· Indeed, a euphoria seems to reign among those directly involved in the organisation of Expo.· In overseas centres, the education officer is often more directly involved in organising tuition.· I am reminded of the period in the 1980s when I was directly involved in the negotiations on these matters.· These findings support the hypothesis that H pylori colonisation is directly involved in the hypergastrinaemia.· The postholder is directly involved with the evaluation of management, image and geographic information systems.· Only those directly involved with the promotion will be excluded.
· The young migrants first became heavily involved in the winter of 1968-9.· He had also been heavily involved in setting up their extensive Prestel operations.
· Computers are becoming more and more involved in the areas of strange phenomenon.· Your mind must be more involved with the screen image, the very nature of the games demand response.· We can easily identify districts throughout the country which will be more involved with infill projects than others.· To discover that date is a much more involved process.
PHRASES FROM THE ENTRYPHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
- At the very least, the outlets which sold the tickets before the official date should never again be involved in distribution.
- But others were in decent shape and got involved via the telephone with people in other homes.
- Does he accept that some people prefer to prepare for international emergencies and not necessarily be involved in the local scene?
- I first got involved when I began collecting old paperbacks for the artwork on the cover.
- It was not clear from the report which items of library expenditure were to be involved in that figure.
- Just what was to be involved in the radical realignment of the welfare state was not always clear.
- The principles of mutual aid are that members should be involved in a reciprocal supportive role.
- When teens get involved in volunteering, they sense quickly the benefit to both the community and their own souls.
- A further disadvantage is the work involved in returning the manure to the field.
- It is also often used to pay for the preliminary work involved in making applications for civil and criminal legal aid.
- She would like to know their reaction to the work involved in taking the course. 14.
- The chief drawback to small-scale silage-making is the extra physical work involved in handling the green crop with its high water content.
- The effort involved in constructing such circles was enormous.
- The work involved in writing this summation must have been back-breaking, and certainly took years of research.
- We have to do the more general piece of work involved in clearing one more bias from our morality.
- He's a father who wants to be more involved with his family.
- Matt's involved with a married woman at work.
- Glover would be sorry to be involved with one like that.
- In truth, much of the ongoing research in neural networks today is involved with learning.
- Into the bargain he had taken part in her own work in her practice while Joanna was involved with his assistant.
- No one in his family was involved with drugs and he had never been arrested.
- Others simply assumed that Jim was involved with one of several high-profile women in the parish.
- Otherwise you may find the next person leaves as well and you will be involved with costly and time-consuming interview procedures again.
- The T family were involved with the agency for many years.
- Twenty teachers in eight schools will be involved with classes of 6, 8, 12 and 14 year olds.
- Civil society is constituted by the social relationships and processes outside paid employment and not immediately affected by the state.
- Henry's memory, of course, seemed only defective in matters that immediately concerned him.
- No one is more anxious that the penalties should be apt for the crime than those most immediately affected by prison disorder.
- The availability of land played a crucial part in relations between the landowning class and those immediately concerned with its cultivation.
- The hearing is technically in public, though it is very rare for anyone other than those immediately involved to be present.
- The problem is to convince those who are not so immediately affected.
- Those most immediately affected given support.
- We are not immediately concerned whether they are based on off-line, optical discs or on online technology by way of broadband networks.
WORD FAMILYnouninvolvementadjectiveinvolved ≠ uninvolvedverbinvolve
1be/get involved to take part in an activity or event, or be connected with it in some wayinvolved in More than 30 software firms were involved in the project. I don’t want to get involved in some lengthy argument about who is to blame. I’m afraid your son’s been involved in an accident (=he is one of the people in an accident).involved with Landel has been involved with the Hercules project for years.actively/deeply/heavily involved (=involved very much) Mrs. Cummings has been actively involved with the church for years.GRAMMAR: Prepositions with involved• Someone is involved in something: · He is involved in the family business.· Don’t get involved in their problems. ✗Don’t say: involved into something• Someone is involved with a project, person, or group: · She got involved with the youth club.Grammar guide ‒ ADJECTIVES2work/effort etc involved in doing something the amount of work, effort etc that is needed in order to make something succeed: Most people don’t realize the amount of effort involved in writing a novel.3be involved with somebody a)to be having a romantic relationship with someone, especially a sexual one: The senator denied that he was romantically involved with a member of his staff. b)to spend time with someone that you have a relationship with: Fathers are encouraged to be more involved with their families.4having so many different parts that it is difficult to understand SYN complicated: The plot was so involved that very few people knew what was going on.► see thesaurus at complicated