as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a captivating performance by the young singing sensation
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
the clown captivated the toddlers with his balloon tricks
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Recent Examples of captivating
Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 1 May 2025
The story of the coat’s recovery is as captivating as its preservation.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025
Oscar-winning actors embody roles in an authentic way, captivating audiences and serving stories that transcend their selves.
—Harrison Monarth, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Nguyen’s characters feel full and real and his prose is quickly captivating.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 1 May 2025
The story of the coat’s recovery is as captivating as its preservation.
—Tammy Ljungblad, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2025
Verb
Few shows are as visually alluring and simultaneously captivating in their storytelling as The White Lotus.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025
Oscar-winning actors embody roles in an authentic way, captivating audiences and serving stories that transcend their selves.
—Harrison Monarth, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for captivating
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In the nineteen-nineties, talk of Disneyfication sometimes presumed that Manhattan was destined to grow ever more prosperous and orderly, but both the 2008 recession and the 2020 pandemic reminded many New Yorkers that other fates were possible, not all of them more appealing.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
17 May 2025
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Competitors may come in with more attractive offers, or external market conditions might shift, rendering the deal less appealing.—
AllBusiness,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The author’s recent adult romance follows the daughter of an influential Atlanta dynasty and her blooming relationship with a charismatic musician.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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Fatal 4-Way United States Championship Match Champion Jacob Fatu faces a monumental challenge defending against three elite competitors: the charismatic LA Knight, the brooding Damian Priest, and the Scottish Warrior Drew McIntyre.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 May 2025
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Nearly all bird species feed their young insects, so planting native greenery that attracts bugs can be enticing to hummingbirds.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Mar. 2025
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Experts say the falling rate could thaw the largely frozen housing market by enticing buyers off the sidelines.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That has to be an attractive thing to keep players and to acquire players as well.—
The Athletic FC Podcast,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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With an attractive valuation, strong profitability, and a recent breakout signaling optimal timing for adding bullish exposure in a recovering sector.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Or swap the Amalfi Coast for the coast of Maine, which offers rocky beaches, charming inns, and enough lobster rolls to keep everyone happy, without peak European airfare.—
Jordi Lippe-McGraw,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The charming new portraits come ahead of Camilla and King Charles’ visit to the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show in London on May 19.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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The Scottish Highlands are an enchanting tapestry of landscapes rich in history and culture.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside Online,
13 May 2025
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Stargazing under West Virginia’s dark skies Courtesy of West Virginia Tourism West Virginia becomes even more enchanting when the sun dips below the ridges.—
West Virginia Tourism,
AFAR Media,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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As a result, each piece in her collections reflects her exploration of fascinating materials and techniques in a whimsical manner.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The experience of someone raised with Ghanaian traditions versus someone whose family has been in America for generations creates fascinating dynamics and misunderstandings.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Along with her sharp-witted maid, Hero (Corrin), Cherry must fend off a dangerously seductive visitor: Manfred (Galitzine).—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
13 May 2025
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The narrative is seductive: Disrupt your competitors, innovate relentlessly and the world will bow to your genius.—
Vikram Joshi,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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“Captivating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/captivating. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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