fascination

noun

fas·​ci·​na·​tion ˌfa-sə-ˈnā-shən 

1

a

: the quality or power of fascinating

b

: something fascinating

2

: the state of being fascinated : the state of feeling an intense interest in something

Synonyms of fascination

• appeal
• attractiveness
• charm
• attraction
• allure

Examples of fascination in a Sentence

the fascination that the subject of dinosaurs has for most children

Recent Examples on the Web

Screenshots of Ikner’s online history captured by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and shared with USA TODAY also showed that the suspect, who was an active gamer, appeared to have a fascination with with Adolf Hitler, Nazis and other hate groups. —Jeff Burlew, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026

Its last transit, 1970–1984, arrived during an era of expanding travel, global awareness and fascination with philosophy, spirituality and alternative belief systems. —Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 10 Apr. 2026

That might be part of it—the fascination with something that’s becoming a little bit true in mainstream culture. —Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 6 Apr. 2026

Each barn find story is unique, which adds to its intrigue and fascination. —Jesus R. Garcia, Houston Chronicle, 5 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for fascination

• abdication
• aberration
• abjuration
• abnegation
• abrogation
• acceptation
• acclamation
• acclimation
• accusation
• activation
• actuation
• acylation