engaging

adjective

en·​gag·​ing in-ˈgā-jiŋ How to pronounce engaging (audio)
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: tending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
an engaging smile
engagingly adverb

Examples of engaging in a Sentence

movie stars often have an engaging aura that is hard to describe a movie with an engaging story that will hold your interest for a couple of hours
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Main Events in The Arena The Arena is where Bett’s brightest ideas and most engaging conversations unfold. Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025 That may sound intimidating, but Sharma has a way of making learning super technical and random information about taste very fun and engaging. Wilder Davies, Bon Appétit, 17 Jan. 2025 The Georgian’s 13-track Hey Country Queen, due March 7, frames small-town scenarios with subtly engaging melodies, delivered with a fierce confidence. Tom Roland, Billboard, 16 Jan. 2025 The show’s focus on relatable human challenges, even within the competitive world of elite sports, aligns well with Yle’s commitment to deliver engaging and thought-provoking content. Annika Pham, Variety, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for engaging 

Word History

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of engaging was in 1673

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“Engaging.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engaging. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.

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engaging

adjective
en·​gag·​ing
in-ˈgā-jiŋ
: having a very pleasing appearance or manner : attractive
engagingly adverb

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