enthralling
/in'θrɔ:liɳ/
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Definition
Adjective: - Capturing and holding interest or attention completely, as if by magic or a spell; fascinating, captivating.
Usage
The adjective "enthralling" describes something that is so interesting, exciting, or beautiful that it holds one's attention completely, often creating a feeling of being spellbound. It is used to express a very high degree of engagement and delight.
Examples
- The documentary about deep-sea creatures was absolutely enthralling; I couldn't look away.
- She told an enthralling story that kept the children silent for an hour.
- The enthralling performance received a standing ovation from the audience.
Advanced Usage
- To find something enthralling: To experience something as captivating.
- I found his lecture on ancient history completely enthralling.
- An enthralling experience: An event or activity that is deeply captivating.
- Visiting the art exhibition was an enthralling experience.
Variants and Related Words
- Enthrall (verb): To capture the fascinated attention of.
- The magician's tricks enthralled the crowd.
- Enthralled (adjective): Filled with wonder and delight.
- The enthralled audience watched the acrobats in silence.
Synonyms
- Captivating: Attracting and holding interest or attention.
- Fascinating: Extremely interesting.
- Enchanting: Delightfully charming or attractive.
- Spellbinding: Holding one's attention completely as if by a spell.
- Gripping: Firmly holding the interest or attention of.
Antonyms
- Boring: Not interesting; tedious.
- Dull: Lacking interest or excitement.
- Tedious: Too long, slow, or dull; tiresome or monotonous.
- Uninteresting: Not arousing curiosity or interest.
Adjective
- capturing interest as if by a spell
- bewitching smile
- Roosevelt was a captivating speaker
- enchanting music
- an enthralling book
- antique papers of entrancing design
- a fascinating woman