to captivate

verb/kɐ.tiˈvaɾ/medium

ca·ti·var

Definition

To win over, attract, or charm someone, usually through likability, beauty, or intelligence.

The storyteller captivated the children with his tales.

Her smile captivated everyone in the room.

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Do latim 'captivare' (fazer prisioneiro), de 'captivus' (cativo).