1. to attract and hold the interest or attention of someone completely
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘captivate’

Examples

• The magician’s performance captivates the entire audience.
• Her storytelling ability captivates children and adults alike.
• The documentary captivates viewers with stunning wildlife footage.
• The novel’s mysterious plot captivates readers from the first page.
• The speaker captivates the crowd with her passionate delivery.
• The museum exhibit captivates visitors with interactive displays.