as in immersed
having the mind fixed on something
gave her speech to several hundred enthralled listeners
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as in fascinated
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time
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as in delighted
to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight)
for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions
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as in interested
to hold the attention of
a play that will enthrall you for two hours
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Recent Examples of enthralled
Christy Cobb, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Then Atre and his friends would retire to their desks and go to work, focused, enthralled, relentless — ten, twelve, fourteen hours without pause — applying their energies to their various start-ups and inventions and business ideas.
—Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
How can a senator be so enthralled with the California Citizens Redistricting Commission concept in 2019, but then turn around in 2025 and toss its work into the trash bin?
—John Moorlach, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Lucie Grace, TheWeek, 17 Apr. 2026
In my room, the bunk bed created a cozy nook resembling a forest clearing, which enthralled my toddler.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Over the course of this interview in Boulder, Baldwin enthralled an audience of hundreds with colorful anecdotes, vocal impressions and physical comedy bits.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Families who love space may be tracking the mission online, feeling enthralled by the incredible feat.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 9 Apr. 2026
The humble fastener has enthralled Chamberlain for years—so much so that a tattoo of a singular button is etched into her upper arm.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026
Those eager to experience that music and those moves on the big screen should be enthralled.
—Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
Another victim has come forward with a tell-all memoir about his abuse, and the true crime-hungry are enthralled.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Magical fairies are returning to Orlando’s 50-acre botanical oasis this summer, bringing back a tradition that has enthralled visitors of all ages.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Today, many Christians remain enthralled by these stories, which fill in gaps from the New Testament and provide intriguing details of the lives and ministries of biblical figures.
—Christy Cobb, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2026
Then Atre and his friends would retire to their desks and go to work, focused, enthralled, relentless — ten, twelve, fourteen hours without pause — applying their energies to their various start-ups and inventions and business ideas.
—Scott Eden, Rolling Stone, 1 Feb. 2026
How can a senator be so enthralled with the California Citizens Redistricting Commission concept in 2019, but then turn around in 2025 and toss its work into the trash bin?
—John Moorlach, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
Metal’s been visiting the park for almost two decades and is still enthralled.
—Lucie Grace, TheWeek, 17 Apr. 2026
In my room, the bunk bed created a cozy nook resembling a forest clearing, which enthralled my toddler.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
Over the course of this interview in Boulder, Baldwin enthralled an audience of hundreds with colorful anecdotes, vocal impressions and physical comedy bits.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Apr. 2026
Families who love space may be tracking the mission online, feeling enthralled by the incredible feat.
—Anna Halkidis, Parents, 9 Apr. 2026
The humble fastener has enthralled Chamberlain for years—so much so that a tattoo of a singular button is etched into her upper arm.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Apr. 2026
Those eager to experience that music and those moves on the big screen should be enthralled.
—Stephen Schaefer, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
Another victim has come forward with a tell-all memoir about his abuse, and the true crime-hungry are enthralled.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 28 Mar. 2026
Magical fairies are returning to Orlando’s 50-acre botanical oasis this summer, bringing back a tradition that has enthralled visitors of all ages.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enthralled
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Surgeons who participate in research, teach, and attend specialty conferences are more immersed in ongoing performance review and improvement.—
Mathias P. Bostrom,
Fortune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Her class became immersed in movement from the start.—
Carla Hinton,
Oklahoman,
9 Apr. 2026
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In the book, Oppenheimer noted a family legend that Kennedy was fascinated by bugs as an infant; by the age of nine, the book said, Kennedy had a pet collection that included raccoons, rats, a horse, a calf, lizards, chickens, and snakes.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
16 Apr. 2026
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The price of rotisserie and roast chicken has long fascinated New Yorkers.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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That could spell the end of the line for Sporkey, Rex, Hamm, Bo Peep and the other dolls and action figures that once delighted Bonnie.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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Those interested in sampling local cuisine will be delighted by the varied dining options, including down-home barbecue joints, classic diners, and an ever-growing selection of spots featuring global cuisines.—
Ellie Nan Storck,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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That’s what interested us as well.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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These stories are not only fun to read, but also provide valuable information about ideas that interested early Christians.—
Christy Cobb,
The Conversation,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The annual event offered 60 booths with many focused on reusing items and helping others along the way.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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The Deepwater partner said to expect big hires under Ternus from AI-focused firms like Anthropic and OpenAI.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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Everyone was enchanted by the idea of Nicole as a pro wrestler.—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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Irvi was enchanted and unnerved by Oaxaca’s clear blue skies, unmarred by skyscrapers.—
Caitlin Dickerson,
The Atlantic,
3 Mar. 2026
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Johnson is entranced by physics.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
18 Apr. 2026
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Viewers learned at CinemaCon that the film's fifth installment shows a young kid entranced by her Lilypad device, rather than her toy friends.—
Saba Hamedy,
NBC news,
17 Apr. 2026
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Travelers who happen by the small town of Ida Grove, Iowa, about 100 miles north of Omaha, might be intrigued (and a little perplexed) by the castle-like structures that sprang from the vision of Byron Godbersen, founder of Midwest Industries.—
Jacqueline Kehoe,
Midwest Living,
22 Apr. 2026
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The hosts are baffled and intrigued.—
Maddie Connors,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Enthralled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enthralled. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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