1. to hold someone’s attention completely; to fascinate or captivate
Usage: third person singular present tense
2. to hypnotize someone
Usage: third person singular present tense; formal

Examples

• The magician’s performance mesmerizes the entire audience.
• Her beautiful singing voice mesmerizes everyone who hears it.
• The flickering campfire mesmerizes the children as they listen to ghost stories.
• The documentary about ocean life mesmerizes viewers with stunning underwater footage.
• The therapist mesmerizes his patient to help her overcome her fear.
• The swaying cobra mesmerizes its prey before striking.
• The northern lights display mesmerizes tourists visiting Alaska.