fascinating
adjective
fas·ci·nat·ing
ˈfa-sə-ˌnā-tiŋ 
ˈfas-ˌnā-tiŋ
: extremely interesting or charming : captivating
a fascinating documentary
gave a fascinating account of the expedition
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the fascinating cities and peoples of central Asia have been intriguing travelers at least since the time of Marco Polo
the fascinating—but dubious—legend that Pocahontas rescued John Smith from certain death
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Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
However, what most observers do not realize is that the looks on that red carpet are rooted in French beauty which has a deep, fascinating history.
—Pooja Mistry, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
Often overshadowed by glitzy nearby resort towns like Cannes and Nice, Juan-les-Pins boasts some of the most fascinating history and stunning beaches in the region.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 2026
In one of the most fascinating Roman burials ever uncovered in Colchester, the remains of a woman surfaced during an archaeological investigation who was buried with objects and valuable substances such as frankincense and gypsum.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 17 May 2026
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“Fascinating.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fascinating. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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