Engagingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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engagingly

[ ɪnˈɡeɪdʒɪŋli ]

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in conversation

In a way that is charming, interesting, or attractive, especially in a conversation or presentation.

Synonyms

alluringly, captivatingly, charmingly, fascinatingly

Examples of usage

She spoke engagingly about her travels around the world.
The author engaged his audience engagingly with his storytelling skills.

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in writing

In a way that holds the reader's attention and interest, often by being vivid, expressive, or compelling.

Synonyms

absorbingly, compellingly, entrancingly, rivetingly

Examples of usage

The novel was written engagingly, keeping readers hooked until the very end.
The article was engagingly written, drawing readers in with its captivating style.

Translations

Translations of the word "engagingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de maneira envolvente

🇮🇳 रुचिकर ढंग से

🇩🇪 fesselnd

🇮🇩 dengan menarik

🇺🇦 захопливо

🇵🇱 wciągająco

🇯🇵 魅力的に

🇫🇷 de manière engageante

🇪🇸 de manera atractiva

🇹🇷 ilgi çekici bir şekilde

🇰🇷 매력적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل جذاب

🇨🇿 poutavě

🇸🇰 pútavo

🇨🇳 吸引人地

🇸🇮 privlačno

🇮🇸 áhrifamikið

🇰🇿 қызықты түрде

🇬🇪 მიმზიდველად

🇦🇿 cəlbedici şəkildə

🇲🇽 de manera atractiva

Word origin

The word 'engagingly' is derived from the verb 'engage' with the suffix '-ly' added to form an adverb. The term has been in use since the 17th century, originally meaning 'to undertake' or 'to pledge oneself.' Over time, it has evolved to also encompass the idea of captivating or charming others. The adverb 'engagingly' is commonly used in both spoken and written English to describe something that is captivating, interesting, or attractive.