To render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing fear.
To attract, arouse and hold attention and interest, as by charm or beauty.
attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts"
to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe: "The eye of the Ancient Mariner fascinated the wedding guest." Burton; "The serpent fascinates its prey,..by the power of his eyes." Todd & Bowman
cause to be interested or curious
attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men''s hearts"
to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe; "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra"
attract; cause to be enamored
to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe