entranced
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈtræn(t)st/
KK: /ɪnˈtræn(t)st/
adjective
Definition
Fascinated or captivated by something, as if under a spell.
Example
She was entranced by the beautiful music playing in the background.
Conversation
Did you see that magician last night?
Yeah, I was completely entranced by his tricks!
I know, right? It felt like he had everyone under a spell.
Definitely! I couldn't take my eyes off him.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
captivated
enchanted
spellbound
Antonyms
bored
disenchanted
uninterested
verb
Definition
To be filled with wonder or delight, often to the point of being unable to think or act normally.
Example
She was entranced by the beautiful music playing at the concert.
Tense Forms
Past: entranced
Past Participle: entranced
Conversation
Did you see that magician last night at the show?
Yes! I was completely entranced by his tricks.
Me too! I couldn't believe how he made that card disappear.
Root Explanation
Entranced → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "trance" (from Old French *transe*, meaning a state of being entranced or in a daze). The word "entranced" means to be in a state of being captivated or in a daze, often due to fascination or wonder.
Memory Tip
Think of being 'caused to be in' a 'daze' or 'trance' — that's why entranced means being captivated or lost in wonder.
Visually Confused Words
unentranced
tranced
unentrance
penetrance
untrance
untraced
enhanced
trance