Synonyms of enthralled

enthralled 1 of 2

adjective

as in immersed

having the mind fixed on something

gave her speech to several hundred enthralled listeners

Synonyms & Similar Words

• immersed
• focused
• absorbed
• interested
• engrossed
• rapt
• engaged
• attentive
• intrigued
• observant
• all ears
• intent
• deep
• involved
• mesmerized
• watchful
• hypnotized
• conscious
• alive
• wide-awake
• alert
• open-eyed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distracted
• absent
• inattentive
• abstracted
• unfocused
• oblivious
• absentminded
• preoccupied
• lost
• unabsorbed
• dreamy
• remote
• foggy
• hazy
• disinterested
• uninterested
• apathetic
• inobservant
• daydreaming
• faraway

enthralled

2 of 2

verb

past tense of enthrall

1

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• fascinated
• enchanted
• mesmerized
• thrilled
• spellbound
• gripped
• hypnotized
• arrested
• entranced
• enraptured
• caught up
• bedazzled
• charmed
• engrossed
• bewitched
• involved
• engaged
• beguiled
• absorbed

2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• delighted
• entranced
• fascinated
• pleased
• enraptured
• transported
• satisfied
• enchanted
• ravished
• carried away
• raptured
• rapped
• captivated
• charmed
• excited
• knocked dead
• gratified
• gladdened
• knocked one's socks off
• bewitched
• elated
• stirred
• exhilarated

3

as in interested

to hold the attention of

a play that will enthrall you for two hours

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interested
• intrigued
• fascinated
• immersed
• occupied
• involved
• attracted
• engrossed
• gripped
• busied
• engaged
• enchanted
• bemused
• absorbed
• distracted
• captivated
• enwrapped
• preoccupied
• mesmerized
• obsessed
• charmed
• caught up
• caught one's eye
• bewitched
• hypnotized
• beguiled
• allured
• monopolized
• hogged

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bored
• tired
• wearied
• jaded
• palled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of enthralled

Adjective

Gray was more enthralled by artists such as Duane Michals and Guy Bourdin, who wielded the camera to surreal effect. — Carolina A. Miranda, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

Rochelle worked there as an assistant to the principal, and was less enthralled with the idea of Alex following his father’s path. — Michael Silver, New York Times, 23 June 2026

But Caldwell is more enthralled by what’s possible at the restaurant level. — John Kell, Fortune, 17 June 2026

Federal agents were more enthralled with the publicity-seeking Capone. — Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026

And now, with his passing, along with McQueen and Malcolm — Brown’s famous three amigos who rode into our hearts and enthralled millions, are no more. — Mark Dee may 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 May 2026

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

Watching his colleagues perform procedures on manikins, Ramirez said he became enthralled. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026

The original series launched a universe that has kept tens of millions of Earthlings, known as Trekkies or Trekkers, enthralled for six decades. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026

From an entertainment standpoint, people are just so enthralled by the action. — Anusha Praturu, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026

Calm and witty, impassioned and informed, clear-eyed yet hopeful, Gloria enthralled them — and the entire audience — for almost two hours. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Lane’s acrobatic and seemingly effortless catches have enthralled a fan base obsessed with the idea of a dynamic homegrown receiving corps. — Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

He was mesmerized by the whirlpool, enthralled by the cyclops scene, dazzled at Circe’s transfigurative powers. — Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 18 Aug. 2026

With this type of marketing plan comes great expectations, even if Lane hasn't been enthralled in the hoopla. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Here was a team that played a beautiful, dominant style of soccer that enthralled the world and stymied opponents on its way to the World Cup final. — Patrick Sung Cuadrado, CNN Money, 20 July 2026