Meaning & Definition of word "Gripping"
Gripping
/ˈɡrɪpɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. Present participle of grip; to seize or hold tightly.
- Example: She was gripping the steering wheel tightly as she navigated through the storm.
adjective:
- 1. Evoking strong interest or attention; engaging or exciting.
- Example: The novel was so gripping that I couldn't put it down until I finished it.
- 2. Having the quality of grasping or holding tightly.
- Example: He had a gripping personality that drew people to him.
Etymology
●Derived from the verb 'grip', meaning to seize or hold firmly.
Common Phrases and Expressions
gripping story:
A narrative that captures the interest of the reader or listener.
gripping performance:
An act that holds the attention of the audience effectively.
Related Words
grip:
To seize or hold firmly.
captivate:
To attract and hold the interest of someone.
Slang Meanings of gripping
Meaning: Exciting or thrilling.
● Example Sentence: That movie was so gripping, I couldn't look away!
Meaning: Intensely interesting or compelling.
● Example Sentence: Her story was gripping; I was hooked from the first sentence.