captivate (Meaning)
captivate (v)
attract; cause to be enamored
captivate (v. t.)
To take prisoner; to capture; to subdue.
To acquire ascendancy over by reason of some art or attraction; to fascinate; to charm; as, Cleopatra captivated Antony; the orator captivated all hearts.
captivate (p. a.)
Taken prisoner; made captive; insnared; charmed.
Synonyms & Antonyms of captivate
captivate Sentence Examples
- The magician's performance never failed to captivate the audience, holding them spellbound from start to finish.
- Her storytelling ability had the power to captivate even the most restless children, transporting them to magical worlds with her words.
- The melody of the violinist's performance seemed to captivate everyone in the concert hall, drawing them into a state of pure admiration.
- The artist's paintings had a unique quality that captivated viewers, evoking a range of emotions with each brushstroke.
- The charismatic politician had a knack for captivating crowds with his impassioned speeches and persuasive rhetoric.
- The natural beauty of the landscape never failed to captivate visitors, leaving them awestruck by its grandeur.
- His charming smile and magnetic personality had the ability to captivate anyone he met, leaving a lasting impression.
- The intricate details of the historical artifacts on display captivated museum visitors, transporting them back in time.
- The enigmatic aura surrounding the mysterious stranger seemed to captivate the small town, sparking endless speculation about his past.
- The novel's gripping storyline and compelling characters captivated readers, keeping them eagerly turning pages late into the night.
FAQs About the word captivate
attract; cause to be enamoredTo take prisoner; to capture; to subdue., To acquire ascendancy over by reason of some art or attraction; to fascinate; to charm; a
enchant, entice,fascinate, seduce, charm, delight, allure, intrigue, kill, magnetize
annoy,offend, revolt, repel, revolt, annoy, repel, offend,bore, weary
The magician's performance never failed to captivate the audience, holding them spellbound from start to finish.
Her storytelling ability had the power to captivate even the most restless children, transporting them to magical worlds with her words.
The melody of the violinist's performance seemed to captivate everyone in the concert hall, drawing them into a state of pure admiration.
The artist's paintings had a unique quality that captivated viewers, evoking a range of emotions with each brushstroke.
