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compelling
Definition: very convincing or able to hold attention
Example: “The author presents a compelling argument.”
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C1 Vocabulary
This C1 Vocabulary guide offers a teaching selection for practice at this stage. CEFR levels describe language ability; this is not an official or exhaustive CEFR word list.
Featured word or expression
compelling
Definition: extremely convincing or able to hold attention
Example: “The researcher presented compelling evidence.”
Word forms and grammar
compel (v.), compelling (adj.), compellingly (adv.)
Synonyms and close meanings
convincing, persuasive
Related vocabulary
Learn these words as a connected set, then write one original sentence with each item.
ambiguouscoherentdiminishfacilitateinherentnuanceprevalentsubstantial
Complete learning list
20 words and expressions
Definitions, examples, and audio pronunciation
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ambiguous
Definition: having more than one possible meaning
Example: “The ambiguous instructions caused disagreement.”
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coherent
Definition: logically connected and easy to follow
Example: “Her report gives a coherent account of the events.”
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nuance
Definition: a small but meaningful difference
Example: “The translation misses a nuance of the original.”
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inherent
Definition: existing as a natural part of something
Example: “There are risks inherent in any new project.”
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prevalent
Definition: common in a particular place or period
Example: “That assumption was prevalent at the time.”
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substantial
Definition: large in amount or importance
Example: “The repairs required substantial investment.”
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diminish
Definition: to become or make less in size or importance
Example: “Confidence diminished after repeated delays.”
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facilitate
Definition: to make a process easier
Example: “Clear instructions facilitate independent learning.”
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undermine
Definition: to weaken something gradually
Example: “Contradictory messages undermine trust.”
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plausible
Definition: appearing reasonable or possibly true
Example: “That is a plausible explanation, but we need evidence.”
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tentative
Definition: not yet certain or final
Example: “We reached a tentative agreement.”
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discrepancy
Definition: a difference between things expected to agree
Example: “There is a discrepancy between the two totals.”
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scrutinize
Definition: to examine very carefully
Example: “Reviewers scrutinized the methods.”
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elaborate
Definition: to explain in more detail
Example: “Could you elaborate on your final point?”
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concede
Definition: to admit a point, especially reluctantly
Example: “I concede that the first option is cheaper.”
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synthesize
Definition: to combine ideas into a connected whole
Example: “The conclusion synthesizes findings from three studies.”
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qualify
Definition: to limit or make a statement less absolute
Example: “The researcher qualified her claim with an exception.”
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nevertheless
Definition: despite what has just been said
Example: “The sample was small; nevertheless, the pattern was clear.”
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albeit
Definition: although; used to introduce a qualification
Example: “The project made progress, albeit slowly.”
Quick vocabulary quiz
Which option is closest in meaning to compelling?
How to remember and use this vocabulary
Say the featured word aloud, read its definition, and notice its role in the example sentence. Next, connect it to one synonym and one related word. Finally, write a sentence about your own experience. This sequence creates several retrieval paths and makes the vocabulary easier to use spontaneously.
Usage and accuracy
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