“你问我答”：近义词辨析：intriguing、bewitching、 tantalising、captivating
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What does 'intriguing' mean and how is it used?
'Intriguing' means something is very interesting and attracts attention because it is mysterious, unusual, or different. It is often used to describe things that make you want to learn more about them.
How is 'captivating' different from 'bewitching'?
'Captivating' describes something that is so interesting or attractive that it holds your attention, while 'bewitching' implies something is so enchanting that it feels like it has cast a spell on you, making you unable to think of anything else.
What does 'tantalising' imply about something?
'Tantalising' refers to something that is very tempting but just out of reach, creating a sense of desire and frustration because it is unattainable at the moment.
What is the key difference between 'intriguing' and 'tantalising'?
'Intriguing' emphasizes something being mysterious or unusual, making you curious to learn more, while 'tantalising' emphasizes something being highly desirable but currently unattainable, creating a sense of longing.
Can 'bewitching' and 'captivating' be used interchangeably?
While both describe something highly attractive, 'bewitching' suggests a magical or spellbinding quality, whereas 'captivating' focuses on holding attention due to interest or charm. They are not entirely interchangeable.
- intriguing 侧重神秘、奇特或与众不同
- captivating 侧重吸引注意力
- bewitching 侧重令人着魔
- tantalizing 侧重诱人却又得不到
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