fascination has definitions from the field of psychology
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[ noun ] (psychology) the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror)

Synonyms

captivation

Used in print

(High Fidelity, 11:10...)

The first substantially complete stereo Giselle ( and the only one of its scope since Feyer 's four-sided LP edition of 1958 for Angel ) , this set is , I'm afraid , likely to provide more horrid fascination than enjoyment .

Related terms

enchantment capture

2
[ noun ] the capacity to attract intense interest

Examples

"he held the children spellbound with magic tricks and other fascinations"

Related terms

attraction intrigue

3
[ noun ] a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual

Related terms

liking capture

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