Found 2 items, similar to fascination.
English → English (WordNet) Definition: fascination fascination n 1: the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror) [syn: captivation] 2: a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual [syn: captivation, enchantment, enthrallment] 3: the capacity to attract intense interest; “he held the children spellbound with magic tricks and other fascinations”
English → English (gcide) Definition: Fascination Fascination \Fas`ci*na"tion\, n. [L. fascinatio; cf. F. fascination.] 1. The act of fascinating, bewitching, or enchanting; enchantment; witchcraft; the exercise of a powerful or irresistible influence on the affections or passions; unseen, inexplicable influence. [1913 Webster] The Turks hang old rags . . . upon their fairest horses, and other goodly creatures, to secure them against fascination. --Waller. [1913 Webster] 2. The state or condition of being fascinated. [1913 Webster] 3. That which fascinates; a charm; a spell. [1913 Webster] There is a certain bewitchery or fascination in words. --South. [1913 Webster]