Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: captivate
IPA transcription: [k'æptɪv,eɪt]
Pronunciations of captivate
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verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: capture, enamour, trance, catch, becharm, enamor, captivate, beguile, charm, fascinate, bewitch, entrance, enchant
    Meaning: attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts"
Usage examples
  • She wanted every day to enchant, to captivate, to drive men crazy.
  • Nevertheless, she continued to keep boarders, and to make attempts to captivate the hearts of such bachelors as she judged weak in character.
  • Every morning brought new arrivals--trim young females fresh from their long holiday, and big boastful males appearing their brightest and bravest, each singer almost splitting his throat in the effort to captivate the mate he coveted.
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