B1 — Intermediateadjective
affascinante
fascinating, charming, captivating
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
carismaticoseducenteammalianteincantevolemagnetico
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
noiososcialbobanaleinsipidoanonimo
Usage note
'Affascinante' (from fascino = charm) is widely used. 'Seducente' adds a sexual allure. 'Ammaliante' implies an almost magical quality. 'Incantevole' can mean enchanting (also used for places). 'Magnetico' implies an irresistible draw.
Example
"È una donna affascinante: tutti si girano quando entra in una stanza."
"She is a fascinating woman: everyone turns when she enters a room."
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