1. to attract and hold the interest or attention of someone completely

Examples

• The magician’s performance captivated the entire audience.
• Her storytelling ability captivates children and adults alike.
• The beautiful sunset captivated everyone on the beach.
• The documentary captivated viewers with its stunning wildlife footage.
• His charismatic personality captivates everyone he meets.
• The novel’s mysterious plot captivated readers from the first page.