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riveting

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Adj — So interesting or exciting that it completely holds your attention.

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Etymology

From "rivet" plus the "-ing" ending, in the figurative sense of being "fastened" to something by its interest.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “riveting” mean?

The word “riveting” means so interesting or exciting that it completely holds your attention. In plain terms, extremely gripping or engrossing (figurative), or literally the act of fastening with rivets.

How do you pronounce “riveting”?

“Riveting” is pronounced RIH-vih-tihng (/ˈrɪvɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “riveting” in a sentence?

Here is “riveting” used in a sentence: “It was a riveting account of the rescue, told in vivid detail.”

What part of speech is “riveting”?

Depending on how it is used, “riveting” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “riveting” have?

“Riveting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: so interesting or exciting that it completely holds your attention.

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