1. the state of being under someone’s control or influence; captivity or bondage
2. a person who is in bondage or servitude to another
Usage: archaic

Examples

• The dictator held the entire nation in thrall.
• She was completely in thrall to his charismatic personality.
• The audience sat in thrall, mesmerized by the performance.
• He broke free from the thrall of addiction.
• The ancient king kept many thralls to work his lands.
• The spell held him in its thrall for hours.