fascinating

adjective

fas·​ci·​nat·​ing ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ 

ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ

: extremely interesting or charming : captivating

a fascinating documentary

gave a fascinating account of the expedition

fascinatingly

ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ-lē 

ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ-

adverb

Synonyms of fascinating

• appealing
• charismatic
• attractive
• charming
• interesting
• enchanting
• seductive

Examples of fascinating in a Sentence

the fascinating cities and peoples of central Asia have been intriguing travelers at least since the time of Marco Polo

the fascinating—but dubious—legend that Pocahontas rescued John Smith from certain death

Recent Examples on the Web

The research, Tinker added, unearthed some fascinating stories. — Stephen Silver, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026

This isn't just exclusive to classic games or fascinating documentaries. — Jim Reineking, USA Today, 20 July 2026

With a world-class aquarium, family-friendly activities and plenty of fascinating history, Monterey is an obvious — and, OK, popular — choice. — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 20 July 2026

The inter-team rivalry between Froome and Thomas was a fascinating subplot, with Thomas later revealing that Sky were reluctant to favour him over Froome. — Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 19 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

see fascinate

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fascinating

• abdicating
• abrogating
• activating
• actuating
• advocating
• aggravating
• aggregating
• agitating
• allocating
• alternating
• animating
• annotating

Kids Definition

fascinating

adjective

fas·​ci·​nat·​ing

ˈfas-ə-ˌnāt-iŋ

: extremely interesting or charming

fascinatingly adverb