Fascinating
11 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Extremely interesting or captivating, holding one's attention completely. Describes something that arouses great interest through its unique or compelling qualities.
“The documentary presented a fascinating look at ancient civilisations.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
fas·ci·nat·ing
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Synonyms
captivatingintriguingengrossingcompelling
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Contains two A's and three N's. Watch for the pattern FASC and the -INATING ending.
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Scrabble
Worth 17 points base value. The F (4 points) and C (3 points) offer good scoring potential.
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