spellbind

/ˈspel.baɪnd/

Definitions

1. verb

to charm or fascinate someone, especially with a story or a performance

“The magician’s spellbind on the audience lasted for hours.”

2. noun

the act of charming or fascinating someone

“The spellbind of the music on the audience was incredible.”

3. noun

a spell or charm that holds someone’s attention

“The magician’s spellbind was so convincing that the audience believed it was real.”

Synonyms

  • charm
  • entrance
  • fascinate

Antonyms

  • bore
  • repel