captivation

Meanings

• noun

  The power to charm or attract, especially through beauty, talent, or ability.

• noun

  The act of capturing or holding someone's attention.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with captivation
ravishment , enthrallment , infatuation , enchantment

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Variants

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captivate , captivated , captivates , captivating , captivation , captivations , captivator , captivators

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Forms

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The verb form is 'captivate'.

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'capere' meaning 'to take' or 'seize'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'captivation' is often used in the context of animal training.

2. The term 'captivation' is also used in the field of astronomy to describe the phenomenon of a celestial body drawing near to another.

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Related Concepts

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1. Attraction: A strong feeling of liking or love for someone or something.

2. Charm: The ability to attract, please, or delight through personal qualities or appearance.

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Culture

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In literature, 'captivation' is often used to describe the enchantment or attraction between two characters. In art, it can refer to a painting or sculpture that draws the viewer's attention and holds it.

How to Memorize "captivation"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a scene where someone or something is charming or attracting attention. For example, imagine a beautiful sunset that captivates your senses.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'captivation' with the feeling of being drawn in or enchanted by something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Captivate' as an acronym for 'Charming, Attractive, Persuasive, Talented, Inspiring, Vibrant, Attracts, Enthralls, Transfixes' to help remember the meaning.

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