Associations to the word «Fascinate»

Wiktionary

FASCINATE, verb. To evoke an intense interest or attraction in someone
FASCINATE, verb. To make someone hold motionless; to spellbind
FASCINATE, verb. To be irresistibly charming or attractive to

Dictionary definition

FASCINATE, verb. Cause to be interested or curious.
FASCINATE, verb. To render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe; "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra".
FASCINATE, verb. Attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts".

Wise words

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