Definitions
- Describing a captivating or spellbinding experience, such as a movie or book. - Referring to an intense interest or fascination with something. - Talking about holding someone's attention or interest for a prolonged period of time.
- Describing a hypnotic or trance-like state induced by a person or object. - Referring to a captivating or enchanting experience that holds one's attention. - Talking about a state of being completely absorbed or fascinated by something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a captivating or spellbinding experience.
- 2Both words suggest a state of being completely absorbed or fascinated by something.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a person or object that holds one's attention for a prolonged period of time.
What is the difference?
- 1Method: Mesmerize suggests a hypnotic or trance-like state, while enthrall suggests a more passive state of being captivated.
- 2Intensity: Mesmerize suggests a stronger, more intense level of fascination than enthrall.
- 3Connotation: Mesmerize has a more mystical or supernatural connotation, while enthrall is more neutral in tone.
- 4Usage: Mesmerize is less commonly used than enthrall in everyday language.
Remember this!
Enthrall and mesmerize both describe a captivating or spellbinding experience that holds one's attention. However, mesmerize suggests a more intense and hypnotic state, while enthrall suggests a more passive state of being captivated. Additionally, mesmerize has a more mystical connotation and is less commonly used than enthrall in everyday language.
