FASCINATING: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for FASCINATING?

Need another word that means the same as “fascinating”? Find 17 synonyms and 30 related words for “fascinating” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Fascinating” are: bewitching, captivating, enchanting, enthralling, entrancing, absorbing, engrossing, gripping, riveting, interesting, beguiling, spellbinding, mesmerizing, engaging, compelling, compulsive, thrilling

Fascinating as an Adjective

Definitions of "Fascinating" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “fascinating” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Capturing interest as if by a spell.
• Extremely interesting.
• Capable of arousing and holding the attention.

Synonyms of "Fascinating" as an adjective (17 Words)

absorbing	Capable of arousing and holding the attention. An absorbing account of their marriage.
beguiling	Highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire. A beguiling mixture of English French and Italian.
bewitching	Capturing interest as if by a spell. I gazed deeply into the most bewitching blue eyes.
captivating	Capable of attracting and holding interest; charming. Roosevelt was a captivating speaker.
compelling	Not able to be refuted; inspiring conviction. Compelling ambition.
compulsive	Irresistibly interesting or exciting; compelling. Compulsive eating.
enchanting	Capturing interest as if by a spell. Enchanting music.
engaging	Charming and attractive. An engaging smile.
engrossing	Capable of arousing and holding the attention. The most engrossing parts of the book.
enthralling	Capturing and holding one’s attention; fascinating. An enthralling book.
entrancing	Capturing interest as if by a spell. Antique papers of entrancing design.
gripping	Firmly holding the attention or interest; exciting. A gripping TV thriller.
interesting	Arousing curiosity or interest; holding or catching the attention. It will be very interesting to see what they come up with.
mesmerizing	Attracting and holding interest as if by a spell. The sheer force of his presence was mesmerizing.
riveting	Completely engrossing; compelling. The book is a riveting account of the legendary freedom fighter.
spellbinding	Holding one’s attention completely as though by magic; fascinating. A spellbinding description of life in ancient Rome.
thrilling	Causing quivering or shivering as by cold or fear or electric shock. A thrilling performer to watch.

Usage Examples of "Fascinating" as an adjective

• A fascinating story.
• A fascinating woman.
• A fascinating book.

Associations of "Fascinating" (30 Words)

absorbing	Intensely interesting; engrossing. An absorbing account of their marriage.
amusing	Causing laughter and providing entertainment. An amusing speaker.
attractive	Having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull. A remarkably attractive young man.
bestseller	A book that has had a large and rapid sale. The bestseller list.
charming	(of a person or their manner) very polite, friendly, and likeable. A charming personality.
delightful	Causing delight; charming. The comedy was delightful.
diverting	Entertaining or amusing. Fans of these actors will find this book a diverting read.
enchanting	Delightfully charming or attractive. Dinah looked enchanting.
engrossing	Capable of arousing and holding the attention. The most engrossing parts of the book.
entertaining	Providing amusement or enjoyment. An entertaining puppet show.
enthralling	Capturing interest as if by a spell. An enthralling book.
entrancing	Capable of attracting and holding interest; charming. I find you entrancing.
exciting	Stimulating interest and discussion. An exciting novel.
fascinated	Strongly attracted and interested. A crowd of fascinated onlookers.
funny	A joke or witty remark. She told a funny story.
interesting	Arousing curiosity or interest; holding or catching the attention. It will be very interesting to see what they come up with.
intriguing	Capable of arousing interest or curiosity. The food is an intriguing combination of German and French.
irresistible	Impossible to resist; overpowering. Irresistible or resistless impulses.
irresistibly	In a way that is too attractive and tempting to be resisted. Men are irresistibly attracted to her.
overwhelming	Very great in amount. She felt an overwhelming desire to giggle.
riveting	Completely engrossing; compelling. The book is a riveting account of the legendary freedom fighter.
salient	Represented as leaping (rampant but leaning forward. The salient object in my view.
sensational	Causing great public interest and excitement. You look sensational.
spectacular	Characteristic of spectacles or drama. Spectacular mountain scenery.
stardom	The state or status of being a very famous or talented entertainer or sports player. Stardom meant nothing to her.
striking	The action of striking. Striking mineworkers.
stunning	Extremely impressive or attractive. Quite stunning with large dark eyes and a beautiful high bosomed figure.
super	Superfine fabric or manufacture. The super walked around the incident room.
thrilling	Causing excitement and pleasure; exhilarating. It s very thrilling to be here and to congratulate the team on another splendid success.