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compelling definition

com·pel·ling (kəm pel′iŋ)

adjective

  1. that compels
  2. irresistibly or keenly interesting, attractive, etc.; captivating a compelling drama

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compelling Usage Examples

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • find: Unfortunately, most people don't find those data very compelling.

Infinitive complement

  • watch: How he gains his subjects respect and truly forlore and grizzly battle scenes make this compelling to watch.

Modifies a noun

  • proposition: Short lead times for delivery and flexible contract terms drive a compelling proposition within key market sectors, such as retail.

Modifying Another Word

  • strangely: I blame the strangely compelling Rockstar Mommy I AM: here, now.

Used with adjective complement

  • seem: Watching a team with indifferent luck seems more compelling than watching one with frequent success.
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