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intriguing

v.
C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˌɪnˈtɹiɡɪŋ// UK //ɪntɹˈiːɡɪŋ// in·trigu·ing Archaic

v. very interesting because it is unusual, strange, or mysterious. It makes you want to know more about it.

v. arousing great curiosity or interest through being unusual or mysterious. Often used to describe intellectual puzzles or subtle social cues.


SIMPLE

The scientist found some intriguing evidence in the old lab.

CONTEXTUAL

The detective found an intriguing clue that didn't seem to fit the rest of the crime scene.

COMPLEX

While the initial data appeared standard, the slight deviation in the final results was intriguing enough to warrant a second, more expensive study.

Synonyms
Usage

Typically used as an attributive adjective before a noun or a predicative adjective after a linking verb like 'be' or 'seem'.

Pitfall

I am very intriguing in this book.I am very interested in this book.Learners confuse the -ing form (describing the thing) with the -ed form (describing the person's feeling).

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