adjective

compelling

convincing, captivating, persuasive

She gave a compelling reason for her decision.

She gave a compelling reason for her decision.

The novel was so compelling I couldn't put it down.

The novel was so compelling I couldn't put it down.

a compelling ((noun)) a convincing/captivating (noun) She gave a compelling reason for her decision.

Synonyms: convincing, persuasive, captivating; Antonyms: unconvincing, weak

From the verb 'compel' (to force). It describes something that 'forces' your attention or belief.

Imagine a story so good it 'compels' you to keep reading.

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