engrossing

[en-groh-sing] / ɛnˈgroʊ sɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

very interesting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absorbing captivating compelling enthralling exciting fascinating gripping intriguing riveting stimulating

STRONG

consuming controlling monopolizing obsessing preoccupying provoking

WEAK

all-consuming

Antonyms

STRONGEST

boring

WEAK

repellent repulsive uninteresting

Example Sentences

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Willis stared angrily at the englobing Traiti ships, running fingers through her short blonde hair in a gesture of frustration.

From Fearful Symmetry A Terran Empire novel by Wilson, Ann

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