enthralled

[en-THRAWLD]

enthralled Definition

  • 1captivated or charmed by someone or something
  • 2enslaved

Using enthralled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "enthralled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The audience was enthralled by the magician's performance.

  • Example

    She was completely enthralled by the book and couldn't put it down.

  • Example

    He was enthralled by her beauty and charm.

  • Example

    The king was enthralled by the sorcerer's powers.

enthralled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for enthralled

Antonyms for enthralled

Phrases with enthralled

  • to be captivated or charmed by someone or something

    Example

    He was completely enthralled with her beauty and couldn't stop staring.

  • a group of people who are captivated or charmed by a performance or event

    Example

    The band played to an enthralled audience, who cheered and clapped after every song.

  • to be enslaved by power or authority

    Example

    The dictator was enthralled by his own power and became increasingly tyrannical.

Origins of enthralled

from Middle English 'thrall', meaning 'slave'

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Summary: enthralled in Brief

'Enthralled' [en-THRAWLD] means to be captivated or charmed by someone or something, or to be enslaved. It is often used to describe a person's fascination with a book, performance, or another person. The phrase 'be enthralled with' is commonly used to describe this state of mind.