captivate

[kap-tuh-veyt] / ˈkæp təˌveɪt /

VERB

attract, enchant

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beguile bewitch charm dazzle delight enrapture entertain enthrall fascinate gratify grip hypnotize infatuate intrigue mesmerize please seduce

STRONG

allure draw enamour enslave ensnare entrance hold hook lure magnetize spellbind take vamp win

WEAK

make a hit with rope in sweep off one's feet turn on wile

Antonyms

STRONGEST

annoy bore depress disappoint disenchant disgust displease disturb offend refuse repel tire turn off upset

STRONG

dissuade free let go liberate reject release repulse stop

WEAK

disillusion

Example Sentences

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Marked by its stark staging and ritualistic intensity, the work remains one of the most enduring interpretations of Ravel's best-known work and continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

From Barron's • Feb. 25, 2026

There were TVs all over the place, playing whatever advocates could think of to try to captivate the attention of these kids.

From Slate • Feb. 2, 2026

These films, though less celebrated, underscored her ability to captivate audiences in diverse narratives.

From BBC • Dec. 28, 2025

“Nestled in prestigious Sullivan Canyon, this grand private and gated estate is a visual treasure trove, where every corner reveals a multitude of intricate details designed to captivate and inspire,” it noted.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 20, 2025

She was smart and beautiful, with eyes that could captivate a room, and sweet potato pies that were the best in the county.

From "The Parker Inheritance" by Varian Johnson

captivate

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