fascination

Noun

Meaning

The act of fascinating, bewhiching, or enchanting; enchantment; witchcraft; the exercise of a powerful or irresistible influence on the affections or passions; unseen, inexplicable influence.

The state or condition of being fascinated.

That which fascinates; a charm; a spell.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

enchantment captivation enthrallment interest absorption attraction wonder charm magnetism fixation temptation preoccupation seduction compulsion infatuation
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Antonyms

repulsion loathing detestation horror hate hostility
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Hypernyms

enchantment attraction spell liking trance attractiveness

Phrases with the word

fascination of the night fascination with asian fascination european fascination euro fascination fascination of darkness

Examples

he held the children spellbound with magic tricks and other fascinations Source: Internet

Acker's novels also exhibit a fascination with and an indebtedness to tattoos. Source: Internet

A fascination with primitive feeling, with the unconscious and the mythic was apparent, along with visions of coming catastrophes and redemption. Source: Internet

After abjecting the mother, subjects retain an unconscious fascination with the semiotic, desiring to reunite with the mother, while at the same time fearing the loss of identity that accompanies it. Source: Internet

Baldung’s fascination with witchcraft lasted well into the end of his career. Source: Internet

A new exhibition at downtown’s Touchstone Gallery features a variety of vibrant, even exuberant artworks by Joan Bixler, reflecting the Northern Virginia artist’s love of color and her fascination with the interactions of light, shadows, and shapes. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

fascinating pastime fascinating range fascinatingly fascination of darkness fascination of the night fascination with