Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Captivate

• (v. t.) To take prisoner; to capture; to subdue.
• (v. t.) To acquire ascendancy over by reason of some art or attraction; to fascinate; to charm; as, Cleopatra captivated Antony; the orator captivated all hearts.
• (p. a.) Taken prisoner; made captive; insnared; charmed.

Synonyms of Captivate

• Capture
• Enamour
• Trance
• Catch
• Becharm
• Enamor
• Beguile
• Charm
• Fascinate
• Bewitch
• Entrance
• Enchant

Antonyms of Captivate

Homophones of Captivate