fascinating
adjective
fas·ci·nat·ing
ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ 
ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ
: extremely interesting or charming : captivating
a fascinating documentary
gave a fascinating account of the expedition
Examples of fascinating in a Sentence
the fascinating cities and peoples of central Asia have been intriguing travelers at least since the time of Marco Polo
the fascinating—but dubious—legend that Pocahontas rescued John Smith from certain death
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Their work raises fascinating questions: is there something inherent within imperial systems that leads to overreach?
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Steven Desmyter, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
This rule set up a fascinating opportunity to directly compare the health outcomes of two groups of individuals over time.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
Yet, as captured in this fascinating documentary, his life and on-set persona were messy, complicated, and unforgettable.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
The doc also delves into the fascinating history of protest movements at Columbia, featuring conversation with alumni who participated in anti-Vietnam War protests in 1968, which also resulted in the occupation of several university buildings.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
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Steven Desmyter, Forbes.com, 16 Apr. 2025
This rule set up a fascinating opportunity to directly compare the health outcomes of two groups of individuals over time.
—Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
Yet, as captured in this fascinating documentary, his life and on-set persona were messy, complicated, and unforgettable.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 16 Apr. 2025
The doc also delves into the fascinating history of protest movements at Columbia, featuring conversation with alumni who participated in anti-Vietnam War protests in 1968, which also resulted in the occupation of several university buildings.
—Lovia Gyarkye, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for fascinating
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“Fascinating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascinating. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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