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Wordabulary

absorbing

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

So interesting that it holds your full attention.

"The documentary was so absorbing that we forgot to eat dinner."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

engrossing captivating

Antonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "The documentary was so _____ that we forgot to eat dinner."

Answer: absorbing

In your own words, what does "absorbing" mean?

So interesting that it holds your full attention.

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