Enraptured
Verb
Definition: To give intense pleasure or joy to; to captivate or enchant.
Synonyms: Delight, Enthrall, Transport, Fascinate
Antonyms: Bore, Displease, Repel
Examples:
- The beautiful music enraptured the audience.
- She was enraptured by the breathtaking sunset.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine being raptured by something that brings intense joy or pleasure.
Etymology:
Origin:
The word "enrapture" originated in the late 16th century from the French word "enrapter," which means "to seize."
Historical Usage:"Enraptured" has been used throughout history to describe the intense and captivating experience of feeling joy or pleasure.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Enraptured by love"
Explanation:Being completely captivated and consumed by the feeling of love.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "enraptured" with "entrapped."
Explanation:"Enraptured" refers to being intensely delighted or enchanted, whereas "entrapped" means being caught or confined.