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Meaning of fascinating
extremely interesting
Etymology of fascinating
The word "fascinating" comes from the verb "fascinate", which is derived from the Latin "fascinare", meaning "to bewitch or enchant"
Historically, the word has been used to describe something that has the power to attract and hold one's attention, often in a way that is considered magical or spellbinding
Synonyms
captivating
charming
alluring
enticing
attractive
engaging
intriguing
interesting
absorbing
riveting
spellbinding
mesmerizing
hypnotic
gripping
thrilling
exciting
stimulating
thought-provoking
compelling
persuasive
convincing
arresting
attention-grabbing
beguiling
enchanting
bewitching
enthralling
captivatingly
irresistibly
magnetically
appealingly
attractively
delightfully
pleasingly
agreeably
pleasantly
enjoyably
Definitions
- Extremely interesting or attractive, holding one's attention
- * Having a strong and attractive quality that interests and pleases people
Usage Examples
- The fireworks display was fascinating, with its vibrant colors and patterns lighting up the night sky
- * She found the ancient history of the city fascinating and spent hours exploring the ruins
Antonyms
dull
boring
uninteresting
tedious
monotonous
uninspiring
unengaging
unrewarding
unexciting
unstimulating
mundane
ordinary
commonplace
routine
predictable
lackluster
uninspiring
vapid
flat
stale
dry
humdrum
monochrome