fascinate fascinate /ˈfæsəˌneɪt/

verb

1. () To render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe  ( spellbind , transfix , grip , fascinate )
   to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe
    The snake charmer fascinates the cobra
   The snake charmer fascinates the cobra
   
2. () Cause to be interested or curious  ( intrigue , fascinate )
   cause to be interested or curious
     The documentary about marine life fascinated me.
   The documentary about marine life fascinated me.
   
3. Attract; cause to be enamored  ( becharm , catch , enamor , beguile , enamour , enchant , entrance , fascinate , trance , bewitch , captivate , capture , charm )
   attract; cause to be enamored
    She captured all the men's hearts
   She captured all the men's hearts