enthralled
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en·thral·ment, noun
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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.
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| —vb , (US) -thrals, -thralls, -thralling, -thralled | |
| 1. | to hold spellbound; enchant; captivate |
| 2. | obsolete to hold as thrall; enslave |
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| enthral or enthrall (ɪnˈθrɔːl) | |
| —vb , (US) -thrals, -thralls, -thralling, -thralled | |
| 1. | to hold spellbound; enchant; captivate |
| 2. | obsolete to hold as thrall; enslave |
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| enthrall or enthrall | |
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Word Origin & History
enthrall
also enthral, 1570s, from en- "make, put in" + thrall. Related: Enthralled (pp. adj.).
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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Example sentences
He is well aware that the British public is now far from enthralled with him.
Although the moon has enthralled observers for aeons, planetary scientists have struggled to trace its ancestry.
Cai is enthralled by flight, space and the potential of life beyond our solar system.
Superior writing, fantastic storytelling and creative adherence to the theme will keep readers enthralled.
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