as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
an engrossing lecture on Native American culture before the arrival of Europeans
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
a mystery story that will engross readers all the way to the surprise ending
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Recent Examples of engrossing
Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2026
Stephen Fishbach used his two outings on Survivor as inspiration for this engrossing debut novel about a reality star desperately chasing former glory — where else?
—Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 2025
The period detail is impressive, the storytelling is engrossing, and the overall impact is pleasantly enjoyable.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
His curiosity was inexhaustible, finding as much engrossing about adolescence (High School) as old age (Near Death).
—Tim Grierson, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2026
Stephen Fishbach used his two outings on Survivor as inspiration for this engrossing debut novel about a reality star desperately chasing former glory — where else?
—Tiffany Kelly, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
Understanding and interacting with the environment is the goal, which is engrossing in an interstellar way, not unlike No Man's Sky.
—PC Magazine, 2 Dec. 2025
The period detail is impressive, the storytelling is engrossing, and the overall impact is pleasantly enjoyable.
—Joe Leydon, Variety, 7 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for engrossing
Adjective
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The towable home also boasts some interesting energy saving additions, including a passive heating system.—
Adam Williams
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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Another interesting area of study could be cavitation from boat or submarine propellers, pumps, and some sonar systems.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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There’s familiarity there, but there’s also intriguing talent with Thompson.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
9 Mar. 2026
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The likes of Xabi Alonso, Enzo Maresca and Roberto De Zerbi are intriguing new options, but none offer the combination of experience, tactical flexibility and past silverware than Tuchel, a manager who brings solidity in and out of possession.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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In this role, Lyles will direct the AJC’s social media strategy and how its essential and engaging journalism reaches audiences across platforms.—
Hugo Rojo,
AJC.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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With his just-off-the-Corn-Flakes-box fresh looks and bouncy resilience, the energetic Fox is an engaging and likeable protagonist.—
Duane Byrge,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Apr. 2026
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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.—
Glenn Peoples,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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These blue-absorbing pigments can sometimes cause people to see a red dot called Maxwell’s spot in the center of their vision.—
Nora Bradford,
Scientific American,
23 Mar. 2026
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On the right day, with enough time and space, the act of chopping, seasoning, and stirring can feel steady and absorbing.—
Michelle Beadle Holder,
SELF,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Rojas held his emotions at bay through spring training, immersing himself in the daily work.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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The resulting works were breathtaking, immersing the viewer in luminous veils of paint that swept across the canvas, seeming to splash back up from the bottom, creating an enveloping sense of tranquility and awe that pushed against the jittery energy of Abstract Expressionism.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Engrossing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/engrossing. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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