as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a captivating performance by the young singing sensation
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
the clown captivated the toddlers with his balloon tricks
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Recent Examples of captivating
Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
By all accounts, Bowden was — and remains — a captivating performer on the live stage.
—Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
Jessica Hullinger, theweek, 27 Nov. 2024
As the star of Prime Video’s captivating new series, the actress explains how authenticity drives the show’s success.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Nov. 2024
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Adjective
Black Mirror has finally set a return date and along with the release date announcement, Netflix has dropped a captivating trailer and slew of photos teasing the forthcoming episodes.
—Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 13 Mar. 2025
By all accounts, Bowden was — and remains — a captivating performer on the live stage.
—Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
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The rest of the weekend did not disappoint with captivating talks about the hunt for Earth's twin planet and how artificial intelligence is transforming astrophysics for the better.
—Jessica Hullinger, theweek, 27 Nov. 2024
As the star of Prime Video’s captivating new series, the actress explains how authenticity drives the show’s success.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for captivating
Adjective
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The display-worthy compact, decked with gilded stars, makes the blush all the more appealing.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2025
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The hardy perennial nature of mint, its enthusiasm for spreading, tolerance of less-than-perfect conditions, willingness to grow in partial shade, and deer resistance make mint an appealing choice as a groundcover.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Surviving Earth Director: Thea Gajić, Producers: Aleksandra Bilić, Sophie Reynolds, UK 2025 Golden Gate Awards: Global Visions Competition Vlad, a charismatic Yugoslav refugee and talented musician, is a larger-than-life character who cherishes his teenage daughter.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
26 Mar. 2025
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Alternating between vivid dream-like recreations of Martin’s past and present-day interviews with the charismatic survivor, the film effectively conveys Martin’s extraordinary journey—an emotional roller coaster ride of heartbreak and triumph.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2025
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Understanding the critical nature of some of these components, the Federal Government has been enticing companies to bring more manufacturing home.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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This lure dangles just above its gaping jaws, enticing prey close enough to be devoured.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Take a look at more below: Walmart, a big-box retailer popular among a wide range of consumers, has been especially attractive amid concerns about inflation, high grocery prices and the direction of the U.S. economy.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
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The mule’s pointed open toe design, too, will look supremely attractive when peeking out from your wide-leg trousers or pleated maxi skirt.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The music and themes make this one of the more charming live-action adaptations in a while.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
20 Mar. 2025
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It’s made from weather-resistant aluminum that looks better with age, and the delicate floral scrollwork provides charming details.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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An enchanting dessert, bosque lluvioso (rainy woodland), was made of black chanterelles and powdered pine needles, infused with a distillate of soil.—
Agnish Ray,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2025
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An enchanting carousel horse, thought to be made by Marcus Charles Illions—an influential Brooklyn carousel carver who was born in Lithuania and who traveled to the U.S. in 1888 with an animal showman—lends context to the famous ornate Coney Island style of carousel design.—
Jacoba Urist,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Join us for this fascinating discussion. Download or subscribe to this show at: https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space.—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
22 Mar. 2025
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Each episode of the series was filmed as one continuous shot, which was a fascinating creative choice.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In the portraits, solitary young women and an androgynous boy, all unconventional beauties, emerge from spaces that feel not just empty but endless: a seductive void.—
Sheldon Pearce,
The New Yorker,
21 Mar. 2025
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The brand excels in seductive underpinnings, with remarkable quality and luxurious fabrics.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Captivating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/captivating. Accessed 31 Mar. 2025.
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