Synonyms for gripping
- adjective
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Adjective
1. Riveting
Other
Definitions
- adj. 1
Which catches someone's attention; exciting
Example sentences
- fascinating It was a fascinating story, and he told it well.
- absorbing This book is so absorbing that I can't put it down.
- engrossing Technological changes have made video games much more engrossing.
- moving I think this project is moving on the right track.
- compelling Fashion is a compelling subject for documentaries.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| gripping | rising | |
| fascinating | rising | |
| absorbing | falling | |
| riveting | rising | |
| engrossing | steady | |
| moving | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- moving2
- 8 letters
- riveting3
- 9 letters
- absorbing3
- 10 letters
- compelling3, engrossing3
- 11 letters
- interesting3, fascinating4
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (moving2 = 2 syllables).
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