fascinating fascinating /ˈfæsəˌneɪtɪŋ/

adjective

1. () Capable of arousing and holding the attention  ( absorbing , gripping , riveting , engrossing , fascinating )
   capable of arousing and holding the attention
    A fascinating story
   a fascinating story
   
2. Capturing interest as if by a spell  ( bewitching , enchanting , enthralling , captivating , entrancing , fascinating )
   capturing interest as if by a spell
    Bewitching smile
   bewitching smile
    Roosevelt was a captivating speaker
   Roosevelt was a captivating speaker
    Enchanting music
   enchanting music
    An enthralling book
   an enthralling book
    Antique papers of entrancing design
   antique papers of entrancing design
    A fascinating woman
   a fascinating woman