fascination Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror)
    captivation.
  2. noun a feeling of great liking for something wonderful and unusual
    enchantment; enthrallment; captivation.
  3. noun the capacity to attract intense interest
    • he held the children spellbound with magic tricks and other fascinations

WordNet

Fas`ci*na"tion noun
Etymology
L. fascinatio; cf. F. fascination.
Definitions
  1. The act of fascinating, bewhiching, or enchanting; enchantment; witchcraft; the exercise of a powerful or irresistible influence on the affections or passions; unseen, inexplicable influence.
    The Turks hang old rags . . . upon their fairest horses, and other goodly creatures, to secure them against fascination. Waller.
  2. The state or condition of being fascinated.
  3. That which fascinates; a charm; a spell.
    There is a certain bewitchery or fascination in words. South.

Webster 1913