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单词 spellbind
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spellbind

verb

spell·​bind ˈspel-ˌbīnd How to pronounce spellbind (audio)
spellbound ˈspel-ˌbau̇nd How to pronounce spellbind (audio) ; spellbinding

transitive verb

: to bind or hold by or as if by a spell

Synonyms

  • arrest
  • bedazzle
  • catch up
  • enchant
  • enthrall
  • enthral
  • fascinate
  • grip
  • hypnotize
  • mesmerize
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Example Sentences

the tale about pirates and their buried treasure had completely spellbound the children
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Word History

Etymology

back-formation from spellbound

First Known Use

1808, in the meaning defined above

spellbind

verb

as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell the tale about pirates and their buried treasure had completely spellbound the children

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • fascinate
  • enchant
  • mesmerize
  • hypnotize
  • enthrall
  • enthral
  • thrill
  • bedazzle
  • grip
  • arrest
  • enrapture
  • bewitch
  • catch up
  • beguile
  • engross
  • entrance
  • charm
  • engage
  • involve
  • absorb
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