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.

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