engaging

adjective

en·​gag·​ing in-ˈgā-jiŋ How to pronounce engaging (audio)
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: tending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
an engaging smile
engagingly adverb

Examples of engaging in a Sentence

movie stars often have an engaging aura that is hard to describe a movie with an engaging story that will hold your interest for a couple of hours
Recent Examples on the Web Using breakout rooms for virtual sessions or finding intentional ways to gather in person can make learning more accessible and engaging. 3. Dave Barnett, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024 But for many aspiring writers, crafting authentic and engaging dialogue can feel like trying to capture lightning in a bottle. Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 10 Oct. 2024 In 1959, after a decently engaging tussle with a giant spider aboard a train — this has little to do with the rest of the plot, but is the only major addition to the comic — Hellboy and B.P.R.D. Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 9 Oct. 2024 Its color pass-through cameras offer a clear view of surroundings, making AR experiences more engaging. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 8 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for engaging 

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Word History

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of engaging was in 1673

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Cite this Entry

“Engaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engaging. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

engaging

adjective
en·​gag·​ing
in-ˈgā-jiŋ
: having a very pleasing appearance or manner : attractive
engagingly adverb

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