captivate

US /ˈkæp.tə.veɪt/
UK /ˈkæp.tə.veɪt/
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1.

attract and hold the attention or interest of; charm

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Her beautiful voice captivated the audience.
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The magician's tricks captivated the children.
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charmenchantfascinatemesmerizeentrance
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captivatinghold someone captive