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   compelling

   /kəmˈpɛlɪŋ/

   adjective

   • 1. evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way: "his eyes were strangely compelling" Similar enthrallingcaptivatinggrippingengrossingrivetingspellbindingentrancingtransfixingmesmerizinghypnoticmesmericabsorbingfascinatingthrillingirresistibleaddictiveinformal:unputdownableOpposite boring
   • ▪ not able to be refuted; inspiring conviction: "there is compelling evidence that the recession is ending" Similar convincingpersuasivecogentirresistibleforcefulpowerfulpotentstrongweightyplausiblecredibleeffectiveefficacioussoundvalidreasonablereasonedwell reasonedrationalwell foundedtellingconclusiveirrefutableunanswerableauthoritativeinfluentialOpposite weak
   • ▪ not able to be resisted; overwhelming: "the temptation to give up was compelling"

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCOMPELLING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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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.

   • English (US)

     COMPELLING meaning: 1. If a reason, argument, etc. is...

   • Compelling in French

     COMPELLING translate: passionnant/-ante, impérieux/-euse....

   • Traditional

     COMPELLING translate: 很有說服力的, （理由、論證等）令人信服的，很有說服力的, 扣人心弦的,...

   • Compelling in Spanish

     COMPELLING translate: convincente, fascinante, emocionante...

   • Compelling in Polish

     COMPELLING translate: zajmujący, przekonujący. Learn more in...

   • Compelling in Russian

     COMPELLING translate: захватывающий , неопровержимый . Learn...

   • Znaczenie Compelling, Definicja W Cambridge English Dictionary

     COMPELLING definicja: 1. If a reason, argument, etc. is...

   • Compelling

     COMPELLING definition: 1. very exciting or interesting and...

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › compellingCompelling Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Learn the meaning of compelling, an adjective that describes something that forces or demands attention, belief, or action. See synonyms, examples, word history, and legal usage of compelling.

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5. www.dictionary.com › browse › compellingCOMPELLING Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

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   Compelling definition: tending to compel, as to force or push toward a course of action; overpowering. See examples of COMPELLING used in a sentence.

6. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCOMPELLING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of compelling as an adjective that describes something interesting, convincing, or overpowering. See synonyms, pronunciation, collocations, and usage examples from various sources.

7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › compellingcompelling adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

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   Learn the meaning of compelling, an adjective that describes something that makes you pay attention, resist or believe it. See synonyms, collocations and usage notes with examples.

8. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishCOMPELLING | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   Learn the meaning of compelling as an adjective that describes something very exciting, interesting, or true. See how to use compelling in sentences and compare it with synonyms and antonyms.

9. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › compellingCompelling - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   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.