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Meaning of ABSORBING

Pronunciation:  ab'sorbing

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [adj]  capable of arousing and holding the attention; "a fascinating story"
 
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 Synonyms: engrossing, fascinating, gripping, interesting, riveting
 

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Ab*sorb"ing\, a.
Swallowing, engrossing; as, an absorbing pursuit. --
{Ab*sorb"ing}, adv.
 
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 Related Terms: acute, arresting, attractive, captivating, consuming, deep, deep-felt, deepgoing, enchanting, engaging, engrossing, enthralling, fascinating, gripping, heartfelt, holding, homefelt, hypnotic, indelible, keen, magnetic, mesmeric, mesmerizing, monopolizing, obsessing, obsessive, penetrating, pervading, piercing, poignant, profound, riveting, sharp, spellbinding
 

 

 

 

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