v. Simple past tense and past participle of captivate.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. having an affection or admiration, caused by charm of the person or object.
adj. filled with wonder and delight.
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adj. strongly attracted
adj. filled with wonder and delight
Word Usage
"For Nikki Haley, the South Carolina Republican nominee for governor whose come-from-behind primary win captivated her party nationwide, the final weeks of the campaign have been bittersweet."