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[ verb ] to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
Examples : "The eye of the Ancient Mariner fascinated the wedding guest." Burton "The serpent fascinates its prey,..by the power of his eyes." Todd & Bowman Used in print (Jay Williams, The Forger....)I was fascinated ; just listening to him made me feel intelligent . Related terms |
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[ verb ] cause to be interested or curious
Synonyms Used in print (Los Angeles Times...)For some compulsive reason which would have fascinated Dr._Freud , Communists of all shapes and sizes almost invariably impute to others the very motives which they harbor themselves . Related terms |
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[ verb ] attract; cause to be enamored
Examples "She captured all the men's hearts" Related terms attract hold work appeal enchantment fascination captivation charmer smoothie bewitchery captive catch |
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