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(), v. t.[imp. & p. p.Fascinated (), p. pr. & vb. n.. Fascinating ().] [L. fascinare; cf. Gr. to slander, bewitch.] 1. To influence in an uncontrollable manner; to operate on by some powerful or irresistible charm; to bewitch; to enchant. It has been almost universally believed that . . . serpents can stupefy and fascinate the prey which they are desirous to obtain. Griffith (Cuvier). 2. To excite and allure irresistibly or powerfully; to charm; to captivate, as by physical or mental charms. There be none of the passions that have been noted to fascinate or bewitch but love and envy. Bacon. Syn. -- To charm; enrapture; captivate; enchant; bewitch; attract. スポンサード リンク
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