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Meaning of fascinated
The primary meaning of "fascinated" is being extremely interested or attracted to something.
Etymology of fascinated
The word "fascinated" comes from the verb "fascinate", which originated from the Latin word "fascinare", meaning to bewitch or enchant
Historically, the word has been used to describe a strong and often uncontrollable attraction to something, with its earliest usage dating back to the 16th century
Synonyms
captivated
charmed
enthralled
spellbound
mesmerized
intrigued
absorbed
engrossed
riveted
enthused
excited
delighted
thrilled
impressed
amazed
astonished
bewitched
beguiled
enamored
smitten
infatuated
entranced
hypnotized
dazzled
stunned
staggered
astounded
flabbergasted
electrified
animated
invigorated
Definitions
- Having one's attention and interest fixed on something, being extremely interested or attracted to it
- * Having a strong and often inexplicable attraction to something
Usage Examples
- She was fascinated by the ancient ruins and spent hours exploring the site
- * The child was fascinated by the magician's tricks and watched the show with wide eyes
- * The scientist was fascinated by the strange phenomenon and dedicated her life to studying it
Antonyms
uninterested
bored
indifferent
apathetic
unconcerned
unenthusiastic
disenchanted
disillusioned
detached
disconnected
unimpressed
unaffected
unmoved
uninspired
unexcited
dispassionate
lukewarm
cool
aloof
distant
remote