ENTHRALL Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

enthrall

verb

in-ˈthrȯl

variants or enthral

Definition of enthrall

as in to fascinate

to hold the attention of as if by a spell enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time

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as in to delight

to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight) for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions

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as in to interest

to hold the attention of a play that will enthrall you for two hours

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Recent Examples of enthrall Swift and Kelce have been in a relationship since 2023, enthralling millions around the world. — Kimberlee Kruesi, Fortune, 2 July 2026 After taking in a World Cup match earlier in the week, Beckham was equally enthralled by tennis a few days later. — Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 Crews with older kids will find lots to love on the island of Java, and enthralling encounters with Bornean orangutans via riverboat cruise in Kalimantan. — Kathryn Romeyn, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 June 2026 Christian Pulisic had an assist in a stellar first-half playmaking performance for the Americans, who enthralled their Southern California fans with an aggressive attack while streaking to a 3-0 halftime lead — the team’s largest in any World Cup game. — Greg Beacham, Chicago Tribune, 13 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for enthrall

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Verb

The Vesuvius disaster and its immense human toll continue to fascinate historians and the public millennia later.

— Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Denby, as a critic, was fascinated by the great dancer Vaslav Nijinsky, as much for his expressions as for his torso, arms, or legs.

— Cal Revely-Calder, New Yorker, 29 June 2026

Definition of fascinate

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This lighthearted cameo delighted longtime fans and underscored that, while the late-night institution has closed, Colbert himself isn't disappearing from the spotlight anytime soon.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 30 June 2026
On the final day of Pride Month, here’s one final bonkers gay story to delight and amaze you.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2026

Definition of delight

Verb

The country was playing in the World Cup for just the third time and the run enchanted a nation that is normally far more interested in hockey than the pitch.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
Ideal for a wedding or black-tie gala, Hannah Bronfman’s twisty updo and face-framing tendrils are sure to enchant.

— Christina Perrier, InStyle, 2 July 2026

Definition of enchant

Verb

The world was enraptured by Kennedy and Bessette (portrayed on the series by Sarah Pidgeon), who were constantly trailed by the paparazzi and scrutinized by the tabloid media.

— Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026
The show has enraptured New York, drawing rave reviews, nine Tony nominations, including best revival of a musical, and starry attendees, including Zendaya, Ian McKellen and Hugh Jackman.

— Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026

Definition of enrapture

Verb

Making price info less accessible The order to be voted on later this month includes a few other changes that will please ISPs and their lobby groups.

— Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026
Oviedo residents turned out by the hundreds for the sunny afternoon of crowd-pleasing contests and down-home edibles at tiny booths lining a grassy lot next to the Meat World parking lot.

— Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 July 2026

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Guests can opt to immerse in the buzz of Queenstown, or tuck into the property’s over-staffed elegance, as the property has an exceptionally high staff-to-guest ratio.

— Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
For those who want to truly immerse themselves in American history, these are must-visit sites.

— Heather Bien, Southern Living, 1 July 2026

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