compelling
adjective B2
Plain meaning
very convincing, interesting, or powerful
Exam-register meaning
In academic or exam writing, this is used to discuss very convincing, interesting, or powerful in a more precise way.
In context
naturalThe report described compelling evidence in a clear and practical way.
examThe findings show that compelling evidence can influence educational, social, or economic outcomes.
Common collocations
compelling evidencecompelling argumentcompelling reason
Watch out
Do not overuse it as a direct replacement for “good/bad”. Use it with natural nouns such as “compelling evidence”.