fascinate

Verb
  1. Cause to be interested or curious (synset 202684649)
    is a type of: interest, matter to - be of importance or consequence
    subtypes: grab, seize - capture the attention or imagination of
    same as: intrigue
  2. To render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe (synset 201825070)
    "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra"
    is a type of: interest - excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
    same as: grip, spellbind, transfix
  3. Attract;
    Cause to be enamored (synset 201810472)
    "She captured all the men's hearts"
    is a type of: appeal, attract - be attractive to
    subtypes:
    • hold - hold the attention of
    • work - gratify and charm, usually in order to influence
    same as: becharm, beguile, bewitch, captivate, capture, catch, charm, enamor, enamour, enchant, entrance, trance

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