Definitions
- Describing a state of being completely absorbed or captivated by something. - Referring to a feeling of being hypnotized or entranced by someone or something. - Talking about a state of being unable to look away or stop thinking about something.
- Describing a state of being charmed or delighted by something or someone. - Referring to a feeling of being under a spell or magic. - Talking about a state of being fascinated or bewitched by something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of being captivated or fascinated by something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a positive emotional response.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a feeling of being under a spell or magic.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Mesmerized implies a deeper level of absorption or captivation than enchant.
- 2Focus: Mesmerized emphasizes a strong focus on a particular thing or person, while enchant can be more general.
- 3Cause: Mesmerized is often caused by something impressive or awe-inspiring, while enchant can be caused by something charming or delightful.
- 4Connotation: Mesmerized can have a negative connotation if the captivation is excessive or unhealthy, while enchant is generally positive.
- 5Usage: Mesmerized is more commonly used in informal contexts, while enchant can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Mesmerized and enchant are synonyms that describe a state of being captivated or fascinated by something. However, mesmerized implies a deeper level of absorption or captivation, often caused by something impressive or awe-inspiring, while enchant can be more general and caused by something charming or delightful. Additionally, mesmerized can have a negative connotation if the captivation is excessive or unhealthy, while enchant is generally positive.
