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enthralling
[ɪnˈθrɔːlɪŋ]
adjective
cativante
1.
Capturing and holding the attention or interest of someone completely; fascinating
The novel was absolutely enthralling from start to finish.
O romance foi absolutamente cativante do início ao fim.
2.
Captivating in a way that holds someone's attention; gripping
The performance was so enthralling that the audience forgot to applaud.
A apresentação foi tão cativante que a plateia esqueceu de aplaudir.
Synonyms
captivating
fascinating
gripping
compelling
mesmerizing
riveting
Antonyms
boring
tedious
dull
uninteresting
mundane
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
cativante
Most common usage across Brazil
Brazil
fascinante
Alternative, equally common
Portugal
cativante
Standard European Portuguese equivalent
Portugal
hipnotizante
More emphatic, literary usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
hold someone's attention
keep someone on the edge of their seat
cast a spell
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