fascinate

Synonyms:

intrigue

Types:

grab, seize

capture the attention or imagination of

Type of:

interest, matter to

be of importance or consequence

Synonyms:

grip, spellbind, transfix

Type of:

interest

excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of

Synonyms:

becharm, beguile, bewitch, captivate, capture, catch, charm, enamor, enamour, enchant, entrance, trance

Types:

hold

hold the attention of

work

gratify and charm, usually in order to influence

Type of:

appeal, attract

be attractive to