captivates
Pronunciation: [ˈkæp.tɪ.veɪts]
Word
Context: "emotions"
(verb) to attract and hold someone's attention completely. When something captivates you, it makes you very interested and excited, like a great story or a beautiful piece of art.
Example
The movie captivates the audience with its stunning visuals.
Example
The lecture didn't captivate the students; many of them seemed bored.
Example
What kind of book do you think captivates most children?
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