enthralled

American  

[en-thrawld] / ɛnˈθrɔld /

Rarely inthralled

adjective

1. captivated or charmed.

   When I watched Star Wars for the first time as a child, I was absolutely enthralled and enraptured.

2. held in slavery or subjection to some person, group, or thing; subjugated.

   I am unsettled by a world where entertainment is only given by someone else and you must be enthralled to it.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of enthrall.

Etymology

Origin of enthralled

enthrall ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

But the sensibilities of corset-and-bustle dramas have vastly changed since the first “Forsyte Saga” enthralled 18 million U.K. viewers nearly 60 years ago.

From Salon

The efficiencies it can generate are immensely seductive for corporate bosses, while the benefits it can bring to higher education have college presidents enthralled.

From Barron's

I listened, enthralled, as the speakers took their chairs and spoke to us about their ideals and beliefs.

From Literature

For a time, an enthralled Charles Livermore hired Kate Fox to work for him exclusively.

From Literature

The fox bounced around the table, equally enthralled.

From Literature

Related Words

• absorbed
• aroused
• delighted
• enamored
• enchanted
• excited
• intoxicated
• mesmerized
• thrilled