Spellbound

/ˈspɛlˌbaʊnd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having attention completely captured as if by magic; enchanted.

The audience was spellbound by the magician's incredible performance.

Fascinated or entranced.

She listened to the storyteller with a spellbound expression on her face.

Under a spell; enchanted.

The enchanted forest left the travelers spellbound, unable to look away.

From the Old English 'spell' meaning story, and 'bound' meaning to be held fast.

spellbound audience

An audience that is completely engaged and captivated.

enchant

To attract and delight someone in a magical or charming way.

bewitch

To cast a spell on someone, making them entranced or enchanted.

Totally captivated or impressed.

I was spellbound by her storytelling.

In a state of awe.

The kids were spellbound while watching the fireworks.