as in interesting
holding the attention or provoking interest
an intriguing concept that should engender much debate among climatologists
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as in plotting
to engage in a secret plan to accomplish evil or unlawful ends
evidence that the leading manufacturers had intrigued to keep prices artificially high
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as in fascinating
to hold the attention of
the mystery story intrigued me so that I read it in one sitting
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Recent Examples of intriguing
Kansas City Star, 14 July 2025
Looking down from high above produces a novel, intriguing and sometimes ambiguous perspective.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
Navy blue's recent surge in popularity is threatening its position as a more intriguing alternative to black or charcoal.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
The 22 different tournaments at the Esports World Cup all contain their own characters and storylines: young men and women who dream of stardom through gaming, and underdogs seeking the glory that comes from an upset, offering up a variety of intriguing stories.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 4 July 2025
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The club also has offensive needs and could look to find a few intriguing bats later in the draft.
—Kansas City Star, 14 July 2025
Looking down from high above produces a novel, intriguing and sometimes ambiguous perspective.
—Cecilia Rodriguez, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
Navy blue's recent surge in popularity is threatening its position as a more intriguing alternative to black or charcoal.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 5 July 2025
The 22 different tournaments at the Esports World Cup all contain their own characters and storylines: young men and women who dream of stardom through gaming, and underdogs seeking the glory that comes from an upset, offering up a variety of intriguing stories.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intriguing
Adjective
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With the rise in volume, comes the surge in new, interesting voices.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Photo : Mercedes-Benz AG – Communications & Marketing photo by Michel Ginsberg on behalf of Mercedes-Benz AG The new Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake has some interesting ceiling effects.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
15 July 2025
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Hydrothermal vents are among the most fascinating and unusual environments on Earth.—
James F. Holden,
The Conversation,
21 July 2025
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Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.—
Jacopo Prisco,
CNN Money,
21 July 2025
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The characters themselves make for an exceptionally engaging series.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
17 July 2025
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For instance, slowing your pace just enough to let key points land and adding variation to your pitch makes your message more engaging and credible.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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“Intriguing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intriguing. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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