captivation

Other forms: captivations

Definitions of captivation
  1. noun
    the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror)
    synonyms: fascination
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    type of:
    enchantment, spell, trance
    a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation
  2. noun
    a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual
    synonyms: enchantment, enthrallment, fascination
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    type of:
    liking
    a feeling of pleasure and enjoyment
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