Definition

In a way that is very engaging or holds attention strongly, often in a negative or distressing manner.

Example

The story was gripingly told, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a movie that was just gripingly intense?

Yeah, I watched one last week that had me on the edge of my seat!

I love films that can pull you in like that, it makes them so memorable.

Absolutely! The best ones are the ones that keep you thinking long after.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gripingly → The word is derived from "grip" (from Old English "gripian", meaning to seize or grasp) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The term "gripingly" describes an action done in a manner that seizes or holds tightly, often used to convey a strong emotional or physical hold.

Memory Tip

Think of 'grip' as seizing something tightly, and '-ly' means in that manner. So, gripingly means doing something in a way that holds on strongly.

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