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Definition of enthralling

enthralling

/ɛnˈθrɔːlɪŋ/
en · thrall · ing
Adverb:enthrallingly
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• adjective

1

Capturing and holding one's complete attention and interest; thoroughly fascinating or spellbinding.

Example

"The historian delivered an enthralling lecture that kept the entire auditorium silent from start to finish."

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• Rhymes for enthralling

• Nearby Words

entertainingly
entertainment
enthrall
enthralling
enthrallment
enthrone
enthronement

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed as the present participle of 'enthrall' (16th century), combining the prefix 'en-' with Middle English 'thral' (meaning 'slave' or 'captive'), from Old Norse 'þræll'. Originally meaning to hold in literal bondage, it evolved metaphorically to describe holding someone's attention completely captive.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Enthralling. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/enthralling
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