enrapturing

Meanings

• adjective

  Captivating or charming someone completely; holding them in a state of wonder or delight.

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Rhymes

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enchanted , enthralled , ensnared

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Variants

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enrapture , enraptured , enraptures , enrapturing

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Forms

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enraptured, enrapturingly

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Etymology

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From Old French enrapturer, from en- 'in' + rapter 'to seize, carry off'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'enraptured' was first used in English during the late 15th century.

2. The word 'enraptured' is often used to describe the effects of falling in love.

3. In Greek mythology, the god Apollo was believed to have the power to enrapture people with his music and poetry.

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Related Concepts

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1. fascination: A state of being completely absorbed in something, often to the point of distraction or obsession.

2. charm: The power to attract, delight, or please someone through one's personality, appearance, or abilities.

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Culture

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The term 'enrapturing' has been used extensively in literature to describe the effect of a beautiful sight, a captivating person, or a mesmerizing performance on an audience. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'The Tempest', Prospero says, 'Full fathom five thy father lies; / Of his bones are coral made: / Those are pearls that were his eyes: / Nothing of him that doth fade / But doth suffer a sea-change / Into something rich and strange, / Stronger than a fortified tower / Or pitchy palace.' This passage illustrates the transformative power of beauty and wonder.

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   - Imagine a beautiful sunset that captivates your senses and leaves you feeling enraptured.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of an enraptured audience, clapping and cheering for a captivating performance.

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