enthrall
[ en-thrawl ]
/ ɛnˈθrɔl /
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.
Nearby words
enthesis, enthesitis, enthesopathy, enthetic, enthral, enthrall, enthralling, enthrone, enthronement, enthuse, enthusiasm
Also inthral, inthrall.
SYNONYMS FOR enthrall
Related forms
en·thrall·er, nounen·thrall·ing·ly, adverben·thrall·ment, nounDictionary.com Unabridged
Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2019
Examples from the Web for enthrallment
His enthrallment of media culture persists because he is so good at what he does.
Corydon was sitting with her hands clasped, and a look of enthrallment upon her face.
Love's Pilgrimage|Upton SinclairThe 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