gripping
4 synonyms and 1 antonym for gripping, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So engaging or exciting that it holds your full attention.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use gripping
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a gripping thriller
gripping story
gripping finale
Frequently asked questions
What does “gripping” mean?
The word “gripping” means so engaging or exciting that it holds your full attention. In plain terms, describes something so exciting or tense it completely absorbs you.
How do you pronounce “gripping”?
“Gripping” is pronounced GRIH-pihng (/ˈɡɹɪpɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “gripping” in a sentence?
Here is “gripping” used in a sentence: “The novel's gripping plot kept me up all night.”
What part of speech is “gripping”?
“Gripping” is an adjective.
Is “gripping” a common word?
“Gripping” is an uncommon word in modern English.
