Synonyms

enrapture

American

[en-rap-cher] / ɛnˈræp tʃər /

verb (used with object)

to move to rapture; delight beyond measure.

We were enraptured by her singing.

Synonyms:

enchant, entrance, transport, enthrall

enrapture British

/ ɪnˈræptʃə /

verb

(tr) to fill with delight; enchant

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Etymology

Origin of enrapture

First recorded in 1730–40; en- ¹ + rapture

Explanation

To enrapture someone is cast an irresistible spell over them, to make them feel "rapture." I was enraptured by her gorgeous voice and stunning way of interpreting a song. When you see the word "rapture," you know you're dealing with a pleasure so great it borders on the divine. The Rapture is, after all, what believers call the time when Jesus is meant to return and take them all to Heaven. So when someone enraptures another person, they're creating a feeling of wonder, enchantment, and delight that recalls that heavenly feeling. On our first date, I was so enraptured by his charm, humor, and good looks, I knew we would spend our lives together.

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At Ascot, where beautiful dresses Enrapture the masculine gaze, How oft I've indulged in excesses Of hock-cup and cold mayonnaise!

From The Motley Muse (Rhymes for the Times) by Graham, Harry

Enrapture, en-rap′tūr, v.t. to put in rapture: to transport with pleasure or delight.—p.adjs.

From Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 2 of 4: E-M) by Various

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