engrossing

/in'grousiɳ/

Thân thiện

The novel was so engrossing that she read it in one sitting.

Definition

Adjective: - Capable of arousing and holding the attention; absorbing: Describes something that is so interesting or compelling that it completely captures one's focus and interest.

Usage

The word "engrossing" is used to describe an activity, story, or experience that is so interesting it demands and sustains your full attention. It implies a deep level of engagement where one becomes oblivious to distractions.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• "utterly engrossing": Used for emphasis to describe something that is completely captivating.
  • The final match was utterly engrossing from start to finish.
• "deeply engrossing": Emphasizes the profound level of engagement.
  • The lecture on astrophysics was deeply engrossing for the students.

Variants and Related Words

• Engross (verb): To absorb all the attention or interest of someone.
  • The technical manual engrossed him for the entire afternoon.
• Engrossed (adjective): Having all one's attention or interest absorbed by someone or something.
  • He was so engrossed in his book that he missed his stop.

Synonyms

• Absorbing: Fully engaging one's interest or attention.
• Fascinating: Extremely interesting.
• Captivating: Attracting and holding interest as if by a spell.
• Riveting: Completely engrossing; compelling.

Antonyms

• Boring: Not interesting; tedious.
• Dull: Lacking interest or excitement.
• Tedious: Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.
• Uninteresting: Not arousing curiosity or holding attention.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. capable of arousing and holding the attention
   • a fascinating story

Từ đồng nghĩa

• absorbing
• fascinating
• gripping
• riveting