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   compellingly

   /kəmˈpɛlɪŋli/

   adverb

   • 1. in a way that evokes interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way: "this book is beautifully illustrated and compellingly narrated"
   • ▪ in a convincing way that is not easily refuted: "an ambitious, compellingly argued book"

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   How do you use compellingly in a sentence?

   • This is a strange and powerful story, compellingly told. She wrote compellingly, with great zest. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers These examples have been automatically selected and may contain sensitive content. Read more…

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   What does the adjective 'compelling' mean?

   • "The meaning of the adjective "compelling" is related to the verb "compel". If something "compels" us to be interested, than it is "compelling". As Bob Rodes notes, a "compelling argument" compels us to agree with it. This isn't the only word with this kind of shift in meaning that shows up across parts of speech.

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   What does compel mean in a sentence?

   • The will to live leaps into being peremptorily, more compelling and imperative at the implied challenge. Compelling definition: tending to compel, as to force or push toward a course of action; overpowering. See examples of COMPELLING used in a sentence.

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   What does it mean if a reason is compelling?

   • If a reason, argument, etc. is compelling, it makes you believe it or accept it because it is so strong. It's a fairly compelling argument for going. Es un argumento bastante convincente para ir. I found the whole film very compelling. Me pareció una película fascinante.

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     COMPELLINGLY meaning: 1. in a way that has a lot of strength...

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   a. : forceful. a compelling personality. a compelling desire. b. : demanding attention. for compelling reasons. The novel was so compelling that I couldn't put it down. c. : convincing. no compelling evidence. compellingly adverb. Synonyms. cogent. conclusive. convincing. decisive. effective. forceful. persuasive. satisfying.

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   COMPELLINGLY meaning: 1. in a way that has a lot of strength or force so that it makes you believe it or accept it : 2…. Learn more.

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   Learn the meaning and usage of the adverb compellingly, which means in a way that demands attention and interest. See sentences from Collins and Google Books with compellingly.

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   Compelling means attractive, or irresistible, or really, really convincing. You know your argument for backpacking across Europe is compelling when your parents not only let you go but also pay for all your expenses. To compel is to drive or force into action –– the way the fear of being grounded might compel you to come home before your curfew.

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   Compelling definition: tending to compel, as to force or push toward a course of action; overpowering. See examples of COMPELLING used in a sentence.

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