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adjective
- 1. evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way: "his eyes were strangely compelling" Similar Opposite
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If a reason, argument, etc. is compelling, it makes you believe it or accept it because it is so strong: compelling evidence. It's a fairly compelling argument for going. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Having a powerful effect.
a. : forceful. a compelling personality. a compelling desire. b. : demanding attention. for compelling reasons. The novel was so compelling that I couldn't put it down. c. : convincing. no compelling evidence. compellingly adverb. Synonyms. cogent. conclusive. convincing. decisive. effective. forceful. persuasive. satisfying.
Compelling definition: tending to compel, as to force or push toward a course of action; overpowering. See examples of COMPELLING used in a sentence.
COMPELLING definition: 1. very exciting or interesting and making you want to watch, listen, etc: 2. If a reason…. Learn more.
A compelling argument or reason is one that convinces you that something is true or that something should be done.
compelling (rather formal) so interesting or exciting that it holds your attention: Her latest book makes compelling reading. stimulating full of interesting or exciting ideas; making people feel enthusiastic:
to produce a strong feeling or reaction: Over the years her work has compelled universal admiration and trust. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Causing somebody to act. arm-twisting. bludgeon. bounce someone into something. browbeat someone into something/doing something. bull something through. coercion.
Compelling means attractive, or irresistible, or really, really convincing. You know your argument for backpacking across Europe is compelling when your parents not only let you go but also pay for all your expenses.
1. A compelling argument or reason is one that convinces you that something is true or that something should be done. [...] 2. If you describe something such as a film or book, or someone's appearance, as compelling, you mean you want to keep looking at it or reading it because you find it so interesting. [...] More. Synonyms of 'compelling'
1. : to drive or urge forcefully or irresistibly. Hunger compelled him to eat. The general was compelled to surrender. 2. : to cause to do or occur by overwhelming pressure. Public opinion compelled her to sign the bill. 3. archaic : to drive together. compellable. kəm-ˈpe-lə-bəl. adjective. Did you know?
