B1adjective 2K

Fascinating

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Fascinating

extremely interesting and attractive

In simple words: very interesting and exciting

Fascinating in a sentence

• The documentary on outer space was absolutely fascinating.
• She found the history of ancient pyramids to be fascinating.
• It's fascinating how different cultures celebrate the same holiday.
• The way he explained the concept was truly fascinating.
• I find it fascinating to learn about various languages and their origins.

How to use Fascinating

Use 'fascinating' to describe something that captures attention or curiosity. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English, suitable for most contexts. However, it may sound overly dramatic in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Fascinating sounds like 'fasten a tin'—imagine a tin being tightly secured, it's captivating!

Related words

Collocations with Fascinating

• be
• look
• prove
• deeply
• especially
• incredibly
• to

Synonyms for Fascinating

• captivating
• intriguing
• engaging
• enthralling
• spellbinding

Opposites of Fascinating

• boring
• uninteresting
• dull

Common mistakes with Fascinating

• Confused with 'fascinated' which describes the feeling of interest.
• Using 'fascinating' for something mundane or unexciting.
• Mixing it up with similar words like 'interesting' without considering intensity.

Frequently asked questions about Fascinating

What does Fascinating mean?

very interesting and exciting

What is the definition of Fascinating?

extremely interesting and attractive

How do you use Fascinating in a sentence?

The documentary on outer space was absolutely fascinating.

Can you give another example of Fascinating?

She found the history of ancient pyramids to be fascinating.

What are synonyms for Fascinating?

Common alternatives include captivating, intriguing, engaging, enthralling, spellbinding.

What is the opposite of Fascinating?

Opposite meanings include boring, uninteresting, dull.

What words go with Fascinating?

It commonly pairs with be, look, prove, deeply, especially, incredibly, to.

What are common mistakes when using Fascinating?

Confused with 'fascinated' which describes the feeling of interest. Using 'fascinating' for something mundane or unexciting. Mixing it up with similar words like 'interesting' without considering intensity.

How do you pronounce Fascinating?

US: /["/ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfæsɪneɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Fascinating?

Use 'fascinating' to describe something that captures attention or curiosity. It's appropriate in both spoken and written English, suitable for most contexts. However, it may sound overly dramatic in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Fascinating?

"Fascinating" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.