Engaging
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnˈɡeɪd͡ʒɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Engaging is an adjective meaning Tending to engage attention or interest; engrossing, interesting; enthralling.
Meaning
Tending to engage attention or interest; engrossing, interesting; enthralling.
More Meanings
- Charming; attractive, especially of a manner or behaviour.
- present participle and gerund of engage
- The act of engaging with something; engagement.
Example Sentences
The new intern has a bright, engaging personality.
I found her latest book to be a very engaging read.
If you dig deeper into the criminal engagings of Hillary Clinton, you might perhaps end up at the Clinton Foundation. Look at what the Clinton foundation actually does with its money (or doesn't do) or even worse, who has donated large sums of money.
Word Forms
- engagings
Synonyms for engaging
Depending on context, synonyms include absorbing, compelling, engrossing, enthralling, interesting, appealing.
Antonyms for engaging
Common opposites include boring, dull, unengaging, uninteresting, boorish, rude.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include attractive, piquant, compelling, fascinating, appealing, enjoyable.
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