19
fascinating(adjective, moving, exciting, absorbing)
16
absorbing(verb, adjective, excite, attractive, charming)
15
engrossing(adjective, excite, attractive, charming, satisfying)
15
riveting(adjective, moving, attractive, charming, exciting)
13
spellbinding(adjective, absorbing)
10
captivating(adjective, absorbing)
10
engaging(verb, adjective)
9
enthralling(adjective, excite, absorbing)
9
exciting(adjective, moving, touching, satisfying, stimulating)
9
grasping(verb, adjective, commanding, keeping)
9
holding(verb, commanding, keeping)
9
inspirational(adjective, moving, exciting, inspiration, motivation)
9
interesting(adjective, absorbing)
8
intriguing(adjective, absorbing)
7
enchanting(adjective, attractive, charming, exciting, stimulating)
7
stimulating(adjective, moving, touching, exciting, satisfying)
7
stirring(adjective, moving, touching, exciting, stimulating)
7
thrilling(adjective, moving, exciting, stimulating, inspiring)
6
arresting(verb, adjective, absorbing)
6
mesmerizing(verb, adjective)
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