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intriguingly

in·trigue
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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [verb in-treeg; noun in-treeg, in-treeg]
    • /verb ɪnˈtrig; noun ɪnˈtrig, ˈɪn trig/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [verb in-treeg; noun in-treeg, in-treeg]
    • /verb ɪnˈtrig; noun ɪnˈtrig, ˈɪn trig/

Definitions of intriguingly word

  • verb with object intriguingly to arouse the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or otherwise fascinating or compelling qualities; appeal strongly to; captivate: The plan intrigues me, but I wonder if it will work. 1
  • verb with object intriguingly to achieve or earn by appealing to another's curiosity, fancy, or interest: to intrigue one's way into another's notice. 1
  • verb with object intriguingly to draw or capture: Her interest was intrigued by the strange symbol. 1
  • verb with object intriguingly to accomplish or force by crafty plotting or underhand machinations. 1
  • verb with object intriguingly Obsolete. to entangle. 1
  • verb with object intriguingly Obsolete. to trick or cheat. 1
See all 13 definitions of intriguingly

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Origin of intriguingly

First appearance:

before 1640
One of the 44% oldest English words
1640-50; < French intriguer < Italian intrigare < Latin intrīcāre to entangle; see intricate

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Parts of speech for Intriguingly

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Full grammatical hierarchy of Intriguingly

intriguingly popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 94% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

intriguingly usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for intriguingly

adverb intriguingly

  • interestingly — engaging or exciting and holding the attention or curiosity: an interesting book.
  • enigmatically — Acting in a manner that suggests an enigma.
  • fascinatingly — of great interest or attraction; enchanting; charming; captivating: a fascinating story; fascinating jewelry.
  • mysteriously — full of, characterized by, or involving mystery: a mysterious occurrence.
  • enthrallingly — In an enthralling way.
All 7 Synonyms of intriguingly

Antonyms for intriguingly

adverb intriguingly

  • unremarkably — notably or conspicuously unusual; extraordinary: a remarkable change.
Just one Antonym for intriguingly

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