Associations to the word «Captivate»

Wiktionary

CAPTIVATE, verb. To attract and hold interest and attention of; charm.
CAPTIVATE, verb. (obsolete) To take prisoner; to capture; to subdue.

Dictionary definition

CAPTIVATE, verb. Attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts".

Wise words

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