- 1. v. t. To take prisoner; to capture; to subdue. Source: opted
- 2. v. t. To acquire ascendancy over by reason of some art or attraction; to fascinate; to charm; as, Cleopatra captivated Antony; the orator captivated all hearts. Source: opted
- 3. p. a. Taken prisoner; made captive; insnared; charmed. Source: opted
- 4. v. attract; cause to be enamored Source: wordnet
- 5. Taken prisoner; made captive; insnared; charmed.Women have been captivate ere now. Shak. Source: adambom
- 6. v:100 v attract; cause to be enamored Source: ecdict
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