fascinate
(verb)
verb
1. cause to be interested or curious
Similar word(s): intrigue
Definition categories: stative, interest
2. to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
- The snake charmer fascinates the cobra
Similar word(s): grip, spellbind, transfix
Definition categories: emotion, interest
3. attract; cause to be enamored
Similar word(s): becharm, beguile, bewitch, captivate, capture, catch, charm, enamor, enamour, enchant, entrance, trance
Definition categories: emotion, appeal, attract
Sentences with fascinate as a verb:
- The flickering TV fascinated the cat.
- We were fascinated by the potter's skill.
- Her gait fascinates all men.