What is the comparative form of “fascinating”?
The comparative form of “fascinating” is “more fascinating”.Example
The documentary was more fascinating than I expected.
Example
Learning about different cultures is more fascinating than I thought.
What is the superlative form of “fascinating”?
The superlative form of “fascinating” is “most fascinating”.Example
Among all the books I've read, this one is the most fascinating.
Example
The museum exhibit was the most fascinating I've ever seen.
Why is this expression not used with most, more?
"Most" and "more" are used with "fascinating" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more fascinating" and "most fascinating" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of interest or captivation.
Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?
"Fascinating" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.
Expressions with similar meanings to “more fascinating”
Used to describe something that is more interesting or captivating.
Example
The mystery novel is more intriguing than the romance novel.
Used to indicate that something is more engaging or enthralling.
Example
The movie was more captivating than I anticipated.
Expressions with similar meanings to “most fascinating”
Used to describe something that is the most interesting or captivating.
Example
The historical documentary was the most intriguing film of the year.
Used to indicate that something is the most engaging or enthralling.
Example
The live performance was the most captivating show I've ever attended.
Using than with comparative “more fascinating”
When using the comparative form "more fascinating" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The documentary was more fascinating than I expected." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of fascination in the documentary is higher than the level of fascination expected.
How can I use this expression in context?
“more fascinating” and “most fascinating” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.- 1Books
This novel is more fascinating than the previous one.
This novel is more fascinating than the previous one.
- 2Movies
The sequel was the most fascinating film of the series.
The sequel was the most fascinating film of the series.
- 3Experiences
The adventure tour was more fascinating than I imagined.
The adventure tour was more fascinating than I imagined.
- 4Places
The historical site was the most fascinating location we visited.
The historical site was the most fascinating location we visited.
Related idioms and phrases
Keep someone on the edge of their seat
To keep someone in a state of suspense or excitement.
Example
The thriller movie kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time.
Be a real page-turner
Used to describe a book that is so interesting or exciting that it compels the reader to keep turning the pages.
Example
The novel was a real page-turner; I couldn't put it down.
