What is the comparative form of “fascinated”?
The comparative form of “fascinated” is “more fascinated”.Example
I am more fascinated by science than by history.
Example
The documentary about space exploration was more fascinating than I expected.
What is the superlative form of “fascinated”?
The superlative form of “fascinated” is “most fascinated”.Example
Among all the subjects, I am the most fascinated by psychology.
Example
The book about ancient civilizations was the most fascinating read I've ever had.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "fascinated" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more fascinated" and "most fascinated" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of interest or curiosity.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Fascinated" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more fascinated”
Example
I am more intrigued by mysteries than by romance novels.
Used to indicate being more enthralled or engrossed by something.
Example
I am more captivated by art than by sports.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most fascinated”
Example
The documentary about wildlife was the most intrigued I've been in a long time.
Used to indicate being the most enthralled or engrossed by something.
Example
The movie was the most captivated I've been in a while.
Using than with comparative “more fascinated”
When using the comparative form "more fascinated" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "I am more fascinated by science than by history." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of fascination in "science" is higher than the level of fascination in "history."
How can I use this expression in context?
“more fascinated” and “most fascinated” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Subjects
I am more fascinated by astronomy than by geology.
I am more fascinated by astronomy than by geology.
- 2Books
The novel was the most fascinating story I've ever read.
The novel was the most fascinating story I've ever read.
- 3Documentaries
The documentary about marine life was more fascinating than I expected.
The documentary about marine life was more fascinating than I expected.
- 4Movies
The thriller movie was the most captivating film I've seen.
The thriller movie was the most captivating film I've seen.
Related idioms and phrases
On the edge of one's seat
To be in a state of suspense or excitement.
Example
The suspenseful movie had me on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Eager beaver
Someone who is very enthusiastic and eager to do something.
Example
He is always the first one to volunteer, such an eager beaver.
