as in fascinated
to attract or delight as if by magic
the clown captivated the toddlers with his balloon tricks
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Recent Examples of captivated
Mike Miller, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2025
The legal battle that followed captivated Victorian Britain.
—Nell Stevens
august 4, Literary Hub, 4 Aug. 2025
Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
From millennial pink to mocha mousse, countless color trends have captivated fashion and beauty.
—Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 10 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Islamic architecture has long captivated observers with its harmonious blend of spirituality, geometry, and cultural expression.
—Mike Miller, Architectural Digest, 11 Aug. 2025
The legal battle that followed captivated Victorian Britain.
—Nell Stevens
august 4, Literary Hub, 4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The yearslong case captivated the country, with many people speculating about what actually happened as Smollett continued to make headlines.
—Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 21 Aug. 2025
From millennial pink to mocha mousse, countless color trends have captivated fashion and beauty.
—Karina Hoshikawa, Refinery29, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for captivated
Verb
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Brad also took the time to guide Thomas in using the snowblower, which was a huge thrill for Thomas, who has always been fascinated by power tools.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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People have been fascinated by this disease for hundreds of years.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Jack Butland’s goal lived a charmed life throughout a flattering 2-1 loss in the Czech Republic, just three days after fans had voiced their displeasure during a 1-1 home draw against Dundee.—
Jack Bantock,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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People in general are just more charmed by you!—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Consider Dubai, a dynamic playground that draws thousands of millionaires each year, enticed by its unmatched digital infrastructure and lavish lifestyle offerings.—
Murad Salikhov,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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As of May, the prospect of infrastructure investment and a link to the world’s second largest economy has enticed up to 150 countries — representing around 40% of global GDP — to join the BRI through Memoranda of Understanding with China, the GFDC added.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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On Tuesday, the billionaire pop star and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end released a joint Instagram post with photographs of their enchanted garden proposal.—
Maggie McGrath,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Experts warn against becoming enchanted with the latest flashy tool.—
Carolyn Said,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Wilson has been delighted at the response her video has gotten.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Business interests were delighted by the bill’s defeat.—
Thomas Elias,
Mercury News,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Surprise, surprise: judging by the bewitched look on her face, Zelma is no more immune to the allure of Anthony Ramos than any of us.—
Stacia Brown,
Vulture,
2 July 2025
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With a starry coven assembled, make no mistake, this Disney+ series will leave you bewitched, bothered, and Hahn-obsessed.—
EW Staff Published,
EW.com,
20 Sep. 2024
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“Captivated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/captivated. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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