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compelling
evoking interest or attention; convincing
Synonyms
- convincing
- gripping
- persuasive
Antonyms
- unconvincing
- weak
- boring
compelling in a sentence
She made a compelling case for the new library.
She made a compelling case for new uniforms.
Where it comes from
From Latin com- 'together' + pellere 'to drive'
Memory hook
COMPELLING ideas COMPEL you to listen.
Read it in context
- Two Paths to Public Rule Social Science
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