enthrall

[ en-thrawl ]

/ ɛnˈθrɔl /

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verb (used with object)

to captivate or charm: a performer whose grace, skill, and virtuosity enthrall her audiences.

to put or hold in slavery; subjugate: to be enthralled by illusions and superstitions.

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Also inthral, inthrall.

First recorded in 1570–80; en-¹ + thrall

en·thrall·er, nounen·thrall·ing·ly, adverben·thrall·ment, noun

A perfectly thrown spiral pass enthralls football fans — and physicists.
Researchers reveal the secret to the perfect football throw|Harini Barath|December 15, 2020|Science News For Students
His enthrallment of media culture persists because he is so good at what he does.
Murdoch’s Dark Arts|Tina Brown|July 11, 2011|DAILY BEAST
It is feared that plans are in agitation for the political enthrallment of all Italy.
Harper's New Monthly Magazine, Volume 1, No. 2, July, 1850.|Various
The words awoke John from his enthrallment and she saw by his glance toward her that he did not comprehend their meaning.
Spring Street|James H. Richardson

One momentary revelation as to how she regarded them would have been enough to release him from his foolish enthrallment.
Mary Marston|George MacDonald
Corydon was sitting with her hands clasped, and a look of enthrallment upon her face.
Love's Pilgrimage|Upton Sinclair