Definition

Filled with great joy or delight; completely captivated or absorbed by something wonderful.

Example

She was enrapt by the beautiful music playing at the concert.

Conversation

Have you seen the new art exhibit downtown?

Not yet, but I've heard it's absolutely stunning!

I went yesterday, and I was enrapt by the paintings.

That sounds amazing! I need to check it out this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enrapt is formed from the prefix "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and the root "rapt" (from Latin "rapere", meaning to seize or take). The word "enrapt" means to be completely taken or seized by intense emotion or delight.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'caused to be in' a state of being 'seized' by joy or wonder — that's what enrapt means.

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