1. the state of being deeply fascinated or delighted; captivation
2. the act of putting someone into a trance or hypnotic state
Usage: less common than sense 1

Examples

• The audience sat in entrancement as the magician performed his illusions.
• She gazed at the painting with such entrancement that she lost track of time.
• The music held the listeners in complete entrancement.
• His entrancement with the new technology was obvious to everyone around him.
• The dancer's performance created an entrancement that captivated the entire theater.
• She fell into entrancement as the hypnotist began his session.