engaging

adjective

en·​gag·​ing in-ˈgā-jiŋ How to pronounce engaging (audio)
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Synonyms of engagingnext
: 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
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This design makes the experience more engaging and positions the chair as a lifestyle piece rather than just a piece of equipment. Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 19 Dec. 2025 However, this year’s best K-drama—and one of the year’s best TV series, full stop—told a beautiful, deeply engaging story using only the stuff real life is made of. Kayti Burt, Time, 18 Dec. 2025 Experts believe people build their cognitive reserves over a lifetime through learning, curiosity, and mentally engaging activities. Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 16 Dec. 2025 The walkways have also been made more walkable by adding infrastructure connecting walking trails and creating more engaging experiences for the community to enjoy the backyard. Drink Eat Relax Events, Charlotte Observer, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for engaging

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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“Engaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engaging. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.

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engaging

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

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