Captivating Vocabulary

adjective An adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. 'Alluring' describes something that is attractive or tempting.

• The alluring beauty of the painting captivated all who beheld it.
• She has an alluring smile that can light up a room.
• That new club downtown is supposed to be super alluring.
• The alluring promise of adventure called to him, beckoning him to explore beyond the known.

adjective charming or enchanting in a deceptive way

• The artist's beguiling masterpiece captured the attention of art critics worldwide.
• Her beguiling smile made everyone in the room feel at ease.
• That new movie is so beguiling, I can't wait to see it again.
• The beguiling melody of the song transported me to a different world.

adjective evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way

• The compelling evidence presented in court convinced the jury of the defendant's guilt.
• The movie had a really compelling storyline that kept me hooked the whole time.
• That book was so compelling, I couldn't put it down!
• Her argument was so compelling that it was like a magnet drawing everyone's attention.

adjective Capturing and holding one's attention; absorbing

• The engrossing novel captivated the attention of readers with its intricate plot.
• I couldn't put down the engrossing book I started last night.
• That movie was so engrossing, I was totally glued to the screen the whole time.
• The speaker's engrossing storytelling had the audience hanging on every word.

adjective captivating or enthralling, holding one's attention completely

• The ballet performance was truly spellbinding, captivating the audience from start to finish.
• I couldn't stop watching that spellbinding movie last night, it was so good!
• That concert was absolutely spellbinding, I was totally blown away.
• The author's use of vivid imagery created a spellbinding atmosphere in the novel.

adjective Spellbound is used to describe someone who is entranced or captivated by something, unable to look away or break free from its influence.

• The audience was spellbound by the pianist's performance.
• I was completely spellbound by that movie, it was so good!
• I was totally spellbound by her Instagram feed, it's so addictive.
• The beauty of the sunset left me spellbound, lost in its mesmerizing colors.