involved
involved — 形容詞
1. Having many connected parts or steps that make a system, process, or piece of wr
複雜的
不簡單且難以理解的
Having many connected parts or steps that make a system, process, or piece of writing hard to follow or understand.
The instructions for the new phone were so involved that Priya watched a video instead.
新手機的說明書太複雜了，所以 Priya 改看影片來學怎麼用。
involved describes a task or system with many parts
Tax regulations are often too involved for ordinary people to understand alone.
稅務規定通常過於複雜，一般人很難獨自看懂。
The plot of the film was highly involved, with twists that confused even Kofi.
這部電影的情節極其複雜，連 Kofi 都被一連串的轉折搞糊塗了。
Dr. Okafor explained the involved process of testing new medicines to the interns.
Okafor 醫師向實習生們解釋了測試新藥的複雜流程。
Leila found the legal documents too involved and asked a lawyer to review them.
Leila 覺得法律文件太過複雜，於是請律師幫她審閱。
- complex
neutral and widely used; 'complex' often suggests interesting depth, while 'involved' can imply unnecessary difficulty
- intricate
suggests delicate, careful design with many small details; slightly more formal
- elaborate
focuses on the large number of steps or parts, sometimes suggesting impressive effort
- simple
having few parts and easy to understand
- straightforward
clear and not complicated
文法句型
a very involved + noun
be/seem/become + involved
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 3 ('participating'): when 'involved' means 'complicated', it describes the thing itself (a process, system, or text) and usually appears before a noun or after a linking verb. Sense 3 always requires a following 'in' or 'with' phrase naming the activity or group.
常見錯誤
2. Describes a person who shares a deep emotional or romantic bond with someone, of
有關係的
與人有戀愛或親密聯繫
Describes a person who shares a deep emotional or romantic bond with someone, often including feelings of loyalty and care that go beyond ordinary friendship.
Noa and Tomás have been romantically involved for nearly three years now.
Noa 和 Tomás 談戀愛已經快三年了。
romantically involved — common fixed phrase for couples
The journalist was careful not to become emotionally involved with any of the sources.
那名記者很小心，不讓自己對任何消息來源產生感情。
emotionally involved with [someone] — adjective + preposition pattern
Hana suspects that her brother is secretly involved with a woman from his office.
Hana 懷疑她哥哥和辦公室裡的一名女子有秘密往來。
When you are deeply involved with someone, their problems begin to feel like your own.
當你與某人感情深厚時，對方的煩惱也會變成你自己的煩惱。
- attached to
softer, less formal; often used for early-stage relationships
- committed to
emphasizes loyalty and long-term intention; more serious
- single
not in a romantic relationship
文法句型
be involved with [someone]
be romantically/emotionally involved
用法筆記
Frequently paired with the adverbs 'romantically' or 'emotionally' to specify the type of bond. The preposition 'with' is almost always required to identify the other person. Avoid using this sense without an object — 'They are involved' is ambiguous without context.
常見錯誤
3. Taking an active share in an event, activity, or situation, or being touched by
參與的
參加活動或被某事影響
Taking an active share in an event, activity, or situation, or being touched by it in a way that affects you — for example, joining a community project, being part of an investigation, or having your life changed by something that happens.
Parents are encouraged to become involved in their children's school activities.
我們鼓勵家長參與孩子在學校的各項活動。
involved in [activity] — pattern for participation
The neighbourhood association wants more residents involved in local decision-making.
社區協會希望更多居民投入當地的決策過程。
involved in [decision-making] — noun pattern
Two charities are involved in providing food for families who lost their homes.
有兩家慈善機構正在為因大火失去家園的家庭提供食物。
Yusuf got involved with the theatre group during his first year at university.
Yusuf 在大學第一年就加入了話劇團。
Several government agencies were involved in the investigation after last month's bridge collapse.
上個月發生橋樑坍塌事件後，好幾個政府機構都參與了調查。
- engaged
suggests willing, focused commitment rather than mere presence
- participating
more neutral and formal; often used for organized events
- active
describes someone who takes initiative, not just attends
- uninvolved
not taking part or not affected
- detached
keeping a distance on purpose, often emotionally
文法句型
be/get involved in [activity/event]
be/get involved with [group/organization]
用法筆記
The most common pattern is 'involved in [activity]' for participation in events, projects, or situations. Use 'involved with' for groups, organizations, or teams. This sense can also describe being affected by something negative, such as an accident or crime, not just active participation.