fascinating
Fascinating (adj) means Extremely interesting; capable of holding someone's attention completely. Example: “It was a fascinating documentary about deep-sea creatures.”
How to use fascinating
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSo interesting it grabs your attention and won't let go.
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What does “fascinating” mean?
The word “fascinating” means extremely interesting; capable of holding someone's attention completely. In plain terms, so interesting it grabs your attention and won't let go.
How do you pronounce “fascinating”?
“Fascinating” is pronounced FA-sih-nay-tihng (/ˈfæsɪˌneɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “fascinating” in a sentence?
Here is “fascinating” used in a sentence: “It was a fascinating documentary about deep-sea creatures.”
What part of speech is “fascinating”?
“Fascinating” is an adjective.
Is “fascinating” a common word?
“Fascinating” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
What is the difference between "fascinating" and "interesting"?
"Interesting" means something holds your attention, while "fascinating" is much stronger and means extremely interesting, capable of holding your attention completely. Something fascinating grips you far more than something that is merely interesting.
What is the difference between "fascinating" and "intriguing"?
"Intriguing" suggests something is interesting because it is mysterious or puzzling and makes you curious, while "fascinating" means something is so interesting that it holds your attention completely. Intriguing hints at curiosity; fascinating conveys full absorption.
What is the difference between "fascinating" and "captivating"?
Both describe something that strongly holds your attention, but "fascinating" emphasizes deep interest in a subject or idea, while "captivating" emphasizes charm and appeal that delights you. A documentary can be fascinating, while a performer can be captivating.
Is "fascinating" a strong or mild word?
"Fascinating" is a strong word, describing something extremely interesting that holds your attention completely, not just mildly appealing. Because it is emphatic, it carries more weight than words like "interesting" or "nice."
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