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compelling story

[kəm-ˈpe-liŋ ˈstȯr-ē]
noun phrasefemininepl: compelling stories / histórias compelling
história cativante
1. A narrative that is engaging, captivating, and holds the reader's or listener's attention through its power to persuade or interest
The documentary presented a compelling story about environmental conservation.
O documentário apresentava uma história cativante sobre conservação ambiental.
2. A narrative that is powerful and convincing, often evoking emotional response or strong interest
Her memoir is a compelling story of overcoming adversity.
Suas memórias são uma história cativante de superação de adversidades.
NYC Slang
a real page-turner / a banger of a story
Synonyms
engaging storycaptivating narrativegripping talefascinating accountriveting story
Antonyms
boring storydull narrativeuninteresting taletedious account

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
história cativante
Most common and widely used term
São Paulo
história envolvente
Frequently used alternative in business and media contexts
Rio de Janeiro
história interessante/fascinante
Colloquial usage in casual conversation
Portugal
história envolvente
Preferred term in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

a story that grabs you
a tale worth telling
a narrative that resonates
a story that speaks to you
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