as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
an enthralling account of life in the scientific community in Antarctica
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as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time
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as in entrancing
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions
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as in intriguing
to hold the attention of
a play that will enthrall you for two hours
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Recent Examples of enthralling
Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
The sequence, which leads to an enthralling chase through the mean streets of New York, features a memorable freestyle between David and the young artist who could have been his disciple.
—EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Illness devastates the novel’s humble, endearing protagonist, who bravely crosses class boundaries in her enthralling search for peace.
—Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2025
What an enthralling place that ridge is to celebrate a new day in solitude, contemplation and wonder.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2025
Nevertheless, the players delivered on the field to produce some enthralling action, which was capped off by an unforgettable finale.
—Neel Shelat, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Childhood is a time of enchantment, and a mother is a daughter’s first sorceress—omnipotent, enthralling, sometimes alarmingly so.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
The sequence, which leads to an enthralling chase through the mean streets of New York, features a memorable freestyle between David and the young artist who could have been his disciple.
—EW.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Illness devastates the novel’s humble, endearing protagonist, who bravely crosses class boundaries in her enthralling search for peace.
—Gabrielle Bellot, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2025
What an enthralling place that ridge is to celebrate a new day in solitude, contemplation and wonder.
—John Meyer, Denver Post, 11 Aug. 2025
Nevertheless, the players delivered on the field to produce some enthralling action, which was capped off by an unforgettable finale.
—Neel Shelat, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthralling
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The bottom line There are worthwhile pieces at the top of the lineup and some interesting additions to the mix, but the Islanders’ biggest reasons for long-term, legitimate excitement are Schaefer’s arrival and a fresh approach in the front office that has already seemed to pay dividends.—
The Athletic NHL,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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At 32 years old, Weaver is unlikely to receive a long-term deal, so his free agency will be interesting in terms of length and value for a pitcher past his prime looking to convert back from the bullpen to the starting rotation.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Making the succession more intriguing, Catz has been elevated to the board of directors with a previously unheard-of title, while founder Larry Ellison continues as chairman of the board and chief technology officer, but with duties that are by no means transparent.—
Geoff Colvin,
Fortune,
24 Sep. 2025
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Then the story got bigger, more intriguing and human.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
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Then the picture begins to blur before coming back into clear focus to reveal Novak, still enchanting at 92, standing in a room filled with her paintings.—
Jeremy Helligar,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And the words, while sparse, move together with pauses and spaces to form a musical, entrancing pace or rhythm, one that is distinct from everyday speech and which the reader must be willing to follow.—
Brian Robert Moore
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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Yet there’s something entrancing about his question.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The psychology of crime is absolutely fascinating.—
H. Alan Scott,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Sep. 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The natural world is thrilling Dan Sheehan this week.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
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Advertisement Wayward is equal parts thrilling and devastating, especially considering the very real industry that inspired the show.—
Erin McMullen,
Time,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Medleys ruled the show Over the course of the concert, the band interspersed their set list with three crowd-pleasing medleys.—
Audrey Gibbs,
Nashville Tennessean,
22 Sep. 2025
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With a rustic, crowd-pleasing presentation and good heat retention, there's no going wrong with using cast-iron cookware.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
20 Sep. 2025
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Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Soaked almonds are made by immersing raw almonds in water for several hours or overnight.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois,
Health,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Enthralling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthralling. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.
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