One entry found for enthrall.

Entry Word: enthrall
Function: verb
Text: or enthral
1 to hold the attention of as if by a spell <enthralled by the flickering fire in the hearth, we lost all track of time>
Synonyms arrest, enchant, fascinate, grip, hypnotize, mesmerize, spellbind
Related Words enrapture, entrance, thrill; beguile, bewitch, charm; absorb, engage, engross, involve
Phrases cast a spell on
2 to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight) <for years these master magicians have been enthralling audiences with their astounding illusions> -- see ENTRANCE
3 to hold the attention of <a play that will enthrall you for two hours> -- see ENGAGE 1