Gripping

Pronunciation:/ˈgrɪpɪŋ/

Kind of word: Adjective

Formal definition:

interesting or exciting

Informal definition:

holding one´s attention

Examples:

• A gripping story.
• The storylines are so gripping

Related word:

• Hold
• Grasp
• Knob
• Valise
• Purchase

Song/video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZVDRyignc5Y

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GRATEFUL FOR     

Pronunciation: [greyt-fuh l]

Kind of Word: adjective

Formal definition: warmly or deeply appreciative of kindness or benefits received; thankful

Informal definition: Feel thanks for something, expressing and acting with gratitude.

Example:

I’m so grateful for have what eat this day

Related words: 

• obliged
• indebted
• Grateful
• thankful

Video link: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cv0NIxPwebg

Link to another dictionary: 

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/grateful%20?&o=100074&s=t