Definition

Describing a state of being entranced or captivated by a beautiful person, often to the point of obsession or longing.

Example

He felt nympholeptic as he gazed at the stunning artwork, lost in its beauty.

Conversation

I just read a fascinating article about the concept of nympholeptic experiences in literature.

Really? What does that even mean?

It refers to moments when characters are entranced by their desires, almost like they're in a dream.

That sounds intriguing! I can see how that would add depth to a story.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nympholeptic → It is formed from "nymph" (from Greek "nymphē", meaning a spirit or goddess of nature) and "-leptic" (from Greek "leptikos", meaning taking or seized). The word describes a state of being seized or captivated by the beauty of a nymph or nature.

Memory Tip

Imagine being 'seized' by the beauty of a 'nymph' — that's why nympholeptic means being captivated by nature's beauty.

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