engaging
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of engaging
Explanation
A story, song, or person that is engaging is entertaining, fun, and interesting — you want to see or hear more. To remember the meaning of engaging, it might help to think of what engaged means. When a couple is engaged, they've agreed to get married. When something or somebody is engaging, you want to spend more time with them too. Boring is the complete opposite of engaging. Think of your favorite movie or TV show — especially one you can't stop watching — it must be very engaging.
Vocabulary lists containing engaging
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Over our Zoom call, Alexander is engaging, calm but focused on the things that matter in her life: poetry, family, community, justice and connection.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026
The band’s rhythmically engaging approach to hard rock was fully present, even if the set wasn’t among its best.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
Since then, Russia and the US have begun engaging more directly, with US President Donald Trump announcing a deal to import Russian diesel.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
"Those engaging in unlawful activities and conspiracies under the guise of labour movements will be tackled with an iron hand," he said after meeting industry leaders on Monday.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
“I knew it. I knew you were hiding something. Listen to me: that squirrel is diseased. You are engaging in dangerous behavior.”
From "Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures" by Kate DiCamillo
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