Synonyms for enthrallment


Grammar : Noun
Spell : en-thrawl
Phonetic Transcription : ɛnˈθrɔl


Définition of enthrallment

Origin :
  • also enthral "to hold in mental or moral bondage," 1570s, from en- (1) "make, put in" + thrall. Literal sense is from 1610s. Related: Enthralled; enthralling.
  • noun absorption
Example sentences :
  • The words awoke John from his enthrallment and she saw by his glance toward her that he did not comprehend their meaning.
  • Extract from : « Spring Street » by James H. Richardson
  • Corydon was sitting with her hands clasped, and a look of enthrallment upon her face.
  • Extract from : « Love's Pilgrimage » by Upton Sinclair

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