Etymology:
Meaning:
1. To take captive or ensnare: * "The enemy captives were held in a prison camp." * "The snake's hypnotic gaze captivated the bird."
2. To charm or fascinate greatly: * "The enchanting beauty of the landscape captivated her." * "His captivating speech left the audience spellbound."
3. To hold the attention or interest of: * "The compelling novel captivated me from the first page." * "The class was captivated by the teacher's engaging lecture."
Origin:
The word "captivate" emerged in the 15th century as a legal term referring to the process of taking someone prisoner. Over time, its meaning expanded to include the sense of charming or fascinating greatly. The word's origin in "capere" reflects its underlying concept of taking possession or control of something or someone.
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