mesmerizing 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of mesmerizingnext
as in hypnotic

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mesmerizing

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verb

present participle of mesmerize
as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell discovered that the children were mesmerized by a television show

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mesmerizing
  1. hypnotic
  2. riveting
  3. engrossing
  4. enchanting
  5. seductive
  6. alluring
  7. charming
  8. gripping
Adjective
  • Except as a form of hypnotic relaxation, even watching seems beside the point.
    Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Born January 12, 1935 in Montclair, New Jersey, George Kresge was inspired to become a mentalist by Lee Falk’s crime solving comic strip Mandrake the Magician, whose work was based on an unusually fast hypnotic technique.
    Marc Berman, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of hypnotic
Adjective
  • There are riveting narrative features by Patrick Radden Keefe, Rachel Aviv, and Eren Orbey.
    Michael Luo, The New Yorker, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Instead, thanks to a dazzling cast of young actors, Aaron Sorkin’s trademark rapid-fire dialogue and director David Fincher’s skill in pacing and scene creation, The Social Network becomes a riveting examination of modern-day American business and capitalism.
    Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of riveting
Adjective
  • Outer Range had the potential to be big, as limitless and engrossing as the void.
    EW Staff, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Masterfully weaving all these strands together, Kushner has crafted another fine and engrossing piece of journalism.
    Chris Wheatley, Longreads, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of engrossing
Adjective
  • Porto Santo, Madeira Islands, Portugal For a sunny New Year’s Eve, treat yourself to a stay on the enchanting island of Porto Santo, part of the Madeira archipelago.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Easton offers readers a delightful rom-com that is both an enchanting escape and a celebration of unexpected connection and the value of family.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of enchanting
Adjective
  • And what better way to lift a mood this season than with warm, moody, and seductive scents?
    Larry Stansbury, Essence, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Their primary bedroom, meant to evoke a luxurious hotel suite, is perhaps the most seductive space of all, enrobed in tones of silvery gray from the plush wall-to-wall carpet to the wall niche hand-gilded in silver leaf.
    Catherine Hong, Architectural Digest, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of seductive
Adjective
  • As the alluring but sinister garment exerts its influence, family bonds are tested, and reality itself is called into question.
    Glenn Garner, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Matte or glossy, the cherry vibe is equally alluring on all types of fabrics and beauty formulas. Enter your red era with a taste of these cherry delights.
    Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of alluring
Adjective
  • When winter arrives, these charming plants need a little TLC to ensure summer blooms return the following season.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
  • But there is a charming timelessness to the oldest of them, which carries the classy address of 430 N. Michigan Ave.
    Marianne Mather, Chicago Tribune, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of charming
Adjective
  • In this gripping account, author and lawyer Marcia Clark — who also prosecuted O.J. Simpson — lays out her own investigation of the case.
    Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
  • From hilarious comedies to gripping dramas, these shows are redefining representation and delivering must-see moments this year.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of gripping
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