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Dictionary: fas·ci·nat·ing   (făs'ə-nā'tĭng) pronunciation
 
adj.

Possessing the power to charm or allure; captivating.

fascinatingly fas'ci·nat'ing·ly adv.
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adj

Definition: interesting, spellbinding
Antonyms: boring, repulsive, uninteresting


 
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pronunciation

IN BRIEF: Capable of arousing and holding the attention.

pronunciation My sources are unreliable, but their information is fascinating. — Ashleigh Brilliant

 
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The adjective has 2 meanings:

Meaning #1: capable of arousing and holding the attention
  Synonyms: absorbing, engrossing, gripping, riveting

Meaning #2: capturing interest as if by a spell
  Synonyms: bewitching, captivating, enchanting, enthralling, entrancing


 
 
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