Meaning & Definition of word "Intriguing"
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Intriguing
/ɪnˈtruːɪɡ/
adjective:
- 1. Arousing one's curiosity or interest; fascinating.
- Example: The documentary presented an intriguing theory about the origins of the pyramids.
- 2. Having an interesting or unusual quality that attracts attention.
- Example: She has an intriguing personality that draws people to her.
- 3. Something that is capable of creating great interest or curiosity.
- Example: The author's intriguing plot twists kept readers on the edge of their seats.
Etymology
From the verb 'intrigue', derived from Old French 'intriguer', meaning to plot or scheme, which has roots in Latin 'intricare', meaning to perplex.
Common Phrases and Expressions
intriguing question:
A question that piques interest or curiosity.
intriguing idea:
An idea that is thought-provoking or captivating.
intriguing mystery:
A mystery that captures attention due to its complexity or unknown elements.
Related Words
intrigue:
To arouse the curiosity or interest of; to fascinate.
intricacy:
The quality of being intricate; complex detail.
Slang Meanings of intriguing
Meaning: That's spicy!
Example Sentence: Her story about getting lost in the city was so intriguing, it was like, 'that's spicy!'
Meaning: What a twist!
Example Sentence: The ending of that movie was so intriguing, I exclaimed, 'what a twist!'