fascinating

adjective

fas·​ci·​nat·​ing ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ 

ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ

: extremely interesting or charming : captivating

a fascinating documentary

gave a fascinating account of the expedition

fascinatingly

ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ-lē 

ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ-

adverb

Synonyms

• alluring
• appealing
• attractive
• bewitching
• captivating
• charismatic
• charming
• elfin
• enchanting
• engaging
• entrancing
• fetching
• glamorous
• glamourous
• luring
• magnetic
• seductive

Examples of fascinating in a Sentence

the fascinating cities and peoples of central Asia have been intriguing travelers at least since the time of Marco Polo

the fascinating—but dubious—legend that Pocahontas rescued John Smith from certain death

Recent Examples on the Web

As a result, each piece in her collections reflects her exploration of fascinating materials and techniques in a whimsical manner. —Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025

The experience of someone raised with Ghanaian traditions versus someone whose family has been in America for generations creates fascinating dynamics and misunderstandings. —Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 May 2025

An extra thanks to Pam and Carolyn for not only serving as our expert vendors, but also for providing so much fascinating research for this piece! —Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 9 May 2025

Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. —Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 9 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

see fascinate

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fascinating

• abdicating
• abrogating
• activating
• actuating
• advocating
• aggravating
• aggregating
• agitating
• allocating
• alternating
• animating
• annotating

Kids Definition

fascinating

adjective

fas·​ci·​nat·​ing

ˈfas-ə-ˌnāt-iŋ

: extremely interesting or charming

fascinatingly adverb