Intriguingly: meaning, definitions and examples
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intriguingly
[ ɪnˈtriːɡɪŋli ]
in a fascinating manner
In a way that arouses one's curiosity or interest, typically by being mysterious or secretive.
Synonyms
captivatingly, fascinatingly, mysteriously.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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intriguingly |
This word is used when something sparks curiosity or interest, often with a sense of mystery or unexpected twist. It can have both positive and neutral tones.
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fascinatingly |
This word is used when talking about something that arouses a deep interest or curiosity. It may be used in both positive and neutral contexts.
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mysteriously |
Use this word when describing something that is difficult to understand or explain, often suggesting secrecy or the unknown. It typically has a neutral or slightly eerie connotation.
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captivatingly |
Use this word when describing something that completely holds your attention or charms you. It often has a positive and enchanting connotation.
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Examples of usage
- She smiled intriguingly, leaving him wondering what she was up to.
- The plot of the movie unfolded intriguingly, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.
Translations
Translations of the word "intriguingly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 de forma intrigante
🇮🇳 रोचक ढंग से
🇩🇪 auf faszinierende Weise
🇮🇩 dengan menarik
🇺🇦 захопливо
🇵🇱 intrygująco
🇯🇵 興味深く
🇫🇷 de manière intrigante
🇪🇸 de manera intrigante
🇹🇷 ilginç bir şekilde
🇰🇷 흥미롭게
🇸🇦 بشكل مدهش
🇨🇿 zajímavě
🇸🇰 intrigantne
🇨🇳 有趣地
🇸🇮 zanimivo
🇮🇸 á forvitnilegan hátt
🇰🇿 қызықты түрде
🇬🇪 საინტერესო
🇦🇿 maraqlı şəkildə
🇲🇽 de manera intrigante
Etymology
The word 'intriguingly' originated from the verb 'intrigue', which came into English in the early 17th century from French 'intriguer'. The root of the word, 'intriguer', can be traced back to the Italian 'intrigo', meaning 'plot, intrigue'. Over time, 'intrigue' evolved to 'intriguingly', capturing the essence of arousing curiosity and interest in a mysterious or secretive manner.
See also: intrigue, intrigued, intriguing.