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enthralled

[en-thrawl] Example Sentences Origin

en·thral

[en-thrawl]
verb (used with object), -thralled, -thral·ling.
en·thral·ment, noun

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Enthralled is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
Example Sentences
  • She is less than enthralled with my new wife.
  • Here's a list of the songs that enthralled or aggravated me most this year.
  • Superior writing, fantastic storytelling and creative adherence to the theme will keep readers enthralled.
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en·thrall

[en-thrawl]
verb (used with object)
1.
to captivate or charm: a performer whose grace, skill, and virtuosity enthrall her audiences.
2.
to put or hold in slavery; subjugate: to be enthralled by illusions and superstitions.
Also, inthral, inthrall.


Origin:
1570–80; en-1 + thrall

en·thrall·er, noun
en·thrall·ing·ly, adverb
en·thrall·ment, noun


1. spellbind, enchant, transport, enrapture.

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enthrall
also enthral, 1570s, from en- "make, put in" + thrall. Related: Enthralled (pp. adj.).
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