Enthralling Meaning in English

word · lemma: enthrall

US

ɪnˈθrɑlɪŋ

in-THRAW-ling

UK

ɛnθɹˈɔːlɪŋ

en-THRAW-ling

Definition

Something extremely interesting and holding your attention completely; so engaging that you can't look away.

Usage & Nuances

Used for books, movies, performances, and experiences that are very engaging. More formal/literary than 'interesting' or 'exciting'. Common collocations: 'enthralling performance', 'enthralling story'. Avoid for minor or everyday things.

• Spanish: cautivador - fascinante
• Portuguese (BR): cativante - fascinante
• Portuguese (PT): cativante - fascinante
• Chinese (Simplified): 迷人的 - 引人入胜的
• Chinese (Traditional): 迷人的 - 引人入勝的
• Hindi: मोहक - मनमोहक
• Arabic: ساحر - آسر
• Bengali: মন্ত্রমুগ্ধকর - আকর্ষণীয়
• Russian: завораживающий - увлекательный
• Japanese: 魅了する - 心を奪う
• Vietnamese: hấp dẫn - lôi cuốn - mê hoặc
• Korean: 황홀하게 하는 - 매혹적인
• Turkish: büyüleyici - sürükleyici
• Urdu: دل موہ لینے والا - سحر انگیز
• Indonesian: mempesona - menawan - memesona

Example Sentences

The movie was enthralling from start to finish.

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She told an enthralling story about her travels.

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The book is so enthralling that I can't put it down.

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Her performance on stage was absolutely enthralling.

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What made the documentary so enthralling was the way it told real people's stories.

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I found the city's unique atmosphere completely enthralling.

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