engaging
Translation
charming, captivating, interesting
Examples
He has a very engaging personality.
He has a very engaging personality.
The book was very engaging.
The book was very engaging.
Grammar Patterns
an engaging ((noun)) a charming (noun) He has an engaging smile.
to find ((sb./sth.)) engaging to think (sb./sth.) is charming I found the lecture very engaging.
Similar Words
Synonyms: charming, interesting, captivating; Antonyms: boring, dull, uninteresting
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'engage'. It describes something that has the quality of 'engaging' or capturing one's attention.
Memory Tips
An 'engaging' person or story 'engages' your attention, holding it like interlocking gears.