compelling — evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəmˈpelɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 강력하게 흥미를 끌고 설득력 있는, 매력적인
Korean pronunciation: 컴**펠**링
Example Sentences
- His excuse for being late was so compelling that even his strict teacher believed him: 'A family of ducks was crossing the road very slowly.'
- The documentary presented compelling evidence that cats are actually planning world domination.
- The company's compelling business proposal convinced investors to fund the project.
compelling
ADJECTIVE//kəmˈpelɪŋ//
evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way
The librarian's compelling storytelling captivates every child in the room
Compelling stories through perfect spelling and telling!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'compellere', formed from 'com-' (together) and 'pellere' (to drive or push). The word entered English via Old French and developed the meaning of driving someone to do something with irresistible force, later extending to describe things that powerfully capture attention.
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📝Examples
“His excuse for being late was so compelling that even his strict teacher believed him: 'A family of ducks was crossing the road very slowly.'”
“The documentary presented compelling evidence that cats are actually planning world domination.”
“The company's compelling business proposal convinced investors to fund the project.”
“She found his argument so compelling that she changed her mind about the issue.”
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