Meaning of captivation in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌkæptəˈveɪʃ(ə)n/

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1. Noun

   captivation

   Definitions

   1. the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror)

   Derived terms

   • becharm
   • beguile
   • bewitch
   • captivate
   • capture
   • catch
   • charm
   • enamor
   • enamour
   • enchant
   • entrance
   • fascinate
   • grip
   • intrigue
   • spellbind
   • trance
   • transfix
2. 2. a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual

   Derived terms

   • becharm
   • beguile
   • bewitch
   • captivate
   • capture
   • catch
   • charm
   • delight
   • enamor
   • enamour
   • enchant
   • enrapture
   • enthral
   • enthrall
   • entrance
   • fascinate
   • ravish
   • trance
   • transport

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