Captivating Definition & Meaning

captivating
adjective
  1. capturing interest as if by a spell; "bewitching smile"; "Roosevelt was a captivating speaker"; "enchanting music"; "an enthralling book"; "antique papers of entrancing design"; "a fascinating woman"

"Captivating" in song lyrics

See how captivating is used in real songs:

  • "This language is so captivating"
    DJ Muggs vs. GZA — General Principles
  • "Cause you're so captivating"
    Freeway f/ Mariah Carey, Jay-Z — You Got Me
  • "Flappy thin and fascinating, cuticle-ly captivating"
    Sudden Death — Hangnail

Usage tips for "captivating"

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