riveting
adjective
riv·et·ing
ˈri-və-tiŋ 
: having the power to fix the attention : engrossing, fascinating
a riveting story
Examples of riveting in a Sentence
a riveting explanation of light waves that fascinated the class
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Griselda Flores, Billboard, 4 Apr. 2025
The result is a devastating yet riveting work of historical drama.
—Cristina Escobar, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2025
The book is a riveting read for anyone like me who loves classic cars, hot-rod culture and Hollywood lore.
—Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Aside from its riveting, timely, and terrifying premise, Paradise showcases what Fogelman does best: delivering layered, captivating characters (with Black leads!
—Kathleen Newman-Bremang, refinery29.com, 21 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for riveting
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“Riveting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/riveting. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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