fascinate
English
Etymology
From (deprecated template usage) [etyl] Latin fascinātus, perfect passive participle of fascinō (“enchant, bewitch, fascinate”), from fascinum (“a phallus-shaped amulet worn around the neck used in Ancient Rome; witchcraft”).
Pronunciation
Verb
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- To evoke an intense interest or attraction in someone.
- The flickering TV fascinated the cat.
- To make someone hold motionless; to spellbind.
- We were fascinated by the potter's skill.
- To be irresistibly charming or attractive to.
- Her gait fascinates all men.
Derived terms
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Translations
to evoke interest or attraction
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to spellbind
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to be charming or attractive
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Italian
Noun
fascinate f
Latin
Verb
(deprecated template usage) fascināte