What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
imbathe
Example
I like to imbathe in the ocean on hot summer days. [imbathe: verb]
Example
The fabric was imbathe in dye to achieve the desired color. [imbathe: past participle]
Example
The music festival allowed attendees to imbathe themselves in the sounds and culture of the event. [imbathe: reflexive verb]
immerse
Example
She likes to immerse herself in a hot bath after a long day at work. [immerse: reflexive verb]
Example
The chef immersed the vegetables in boiling water to blanch them. [immerse: verb]
Example
The book was so captivating that I was completely immersed in the story. [immersed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Immerse is more commonly used than imbathe in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between imbathe and immerse?
Immerse is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts. Imbathe, on the other hand, is less common and may be considered more formal or poetic in tone.
