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captivates
[/ˈkæptɪveɪts/]
verb
cativa
1.
To attract and hold the interest or attention of someone in a compelling way
Her performance captivates the audience every night.
Sua apresentação cativa o público todas as noites.
2.
To charm or enchant someone
The beauty of the landscape captivates visitors from around the world.
A beleza da paisagem cativa visitantes de todo o mundo.
3.
To take prisoner or hold in captivity
The invading army captivates the enemy soldiers.
O exército invasor cativa os soldados inimigos.
NYC Slang
hooks (as in 'that song hooks you')
Synonyms
enchants
fascinates
mesmerizes
charms
enthralls
bewitches
Antonyms
bores
repels
disinterests
releases
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
cativa
Most common form in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
cativa
Standard usage, also fascina
Rio de Janeiro
cativa
Standard usage, colloquially prende
Portugal
cativa
Standard usage, also fascina or encanta
Related Idioms & Phrases
captivates the heart
captivates the mind
captivates one's attention
be captivated by
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