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

Back home in the States, the fascination only grew. — Holly Carter, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

The fact that my son and his girlfriend live in Kansas City certainly helped spark our newfound fascination. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026

Part of the fascination with Mboladinga’s tribute comes from the symbolism. — Emile Nuh, CNN Money, 24 June 2026

As a result, Mun-oh’s fascination with Kang’s story turns into an obsession. — Kayti Burt, Time, 26 June 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