captivated
adjective
cap·ti·vat·ed
ˈkap-tə-ˌvā-təd 
: having one's interest or attention held or captured by something or someone charming, beautiful, entertaining, etc.
The captivated audience oohed and aahed as colorful patterns emerged on an overhead screen …—
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With accusations, online feuds, emotional exits, and pointed jabs traded between professional dancers and contestants, the series has seen a wave of controversies that have captivated fans.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
When fans last saw agnostic podcast host Joanne (Kristen Bell) and offbeat rabbi Noah (Adam Brody), their connection had everyone and their mother completely captivated.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
The brazen heist a week ago shocked France and captivated art lovers worldwide.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Oct. 2025
Mendelson couldn't be more excited for a new audience to learn about the legend who rewrote Hollywood's rules, captivated crowds and devoted her platform to the AIDS crisis.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
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Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
When fans last saw agnostic podcast host Joanne (Kristen Bell) and offbeat rabbi Noah (Adam Brody), their connection had everyone and their mother completely captivated.
—Allison Degrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Oct. 2025
The brazen heist a week ago shocked France and captivated art lovers worldwide.
—Rebecca Schneid, Time, 26 Oct. 2025
Mendelson couldn't be more excited for a new audience to learn about the legend who rewrote Hollywood's rules, captivated crowds and devoted her platform to the AIDS crisis.
—Bryan West, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
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“Captivated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/captivated. Accessed 1 Nov. 2025.
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