Enthralling

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈθrɔːlɪŋ/

Definitions of enthralling

adjective captivating or enchanting; causing someone to be fascinated or spellbound

Example Sentences

A1 The children found the magic show to be enthralling.

A2 The movie was so enthralling that I couldn't look away.

B1 The enthralling book kept me up all night reading.

B2 The enthralling performance left the audience in awe.

C1 The enthralling documentary shed new light on the subject.

C2 His enthralling storytelling captivated everyone in the room.

Examples of enthralling in a Sentence

formal The enthralling performance captivated the audience with its impeccable execution.

informal I couldn't stop watching the enthralling movie, it was so good!

slang That new video game is absolutely enthralling, I can't put it down.

figurative Her storytelling was so enthralling, it was like being transported to another world.

Grammatical Forms of enthralling

past tense

enthralled

plural

enthrallings

comparative

more enthralling

superlative

most enthralling

present tense

enthralls

future tense

will enthrall

perfect tense

has enthralled

continuous tense

is enthralling

singular

enthralling

positive degree

enthralling

infinitive

to enthrall

gerund

enthralling

participle

enthralled

Origin and Evolution of enthralling

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'enthralling' originated from the Old English word 'thrall', which means a slave or servant.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'enthralling' has evolved from its original meaning of enslavement or servitude to now signify captivating or captivating someone's attention.