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

Meanwhile, the busiest division in the AFC will suit up for 21 national games, thanks in large part to the never-ending fascination with the Chiefs (10). — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Four years ago, Times columnist Nicolas Goldberg wrote an opinion piece about his fascination with what to him sounded like a profound project about the meaning of time. — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

The clothes are designed for modern lifestyles and urban environments, while reflecting a fascination with mountain environments. — Miles Socha, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

Hours spent watching his home movies, reading his diaries and listening to the tapes revealed dreams as a returning fascination. — Callum McLennan, Variety, 24 Sep. 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