What is another word for ravishes?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈavɪʃɪz] (IPA)

The word ravishes has several synonyms that can be used to express the same meaning. These synonyms include captivates, enchants, enraptures, mesmerizes, allures, fascinates, and enthralls. Each of these words captures the idea of being completely absorbed or captivated by something or someone. Ravishes can be used when referring to a strong emotional or physical attraction towards someone or something, whereas synonyms such as captivates, enchant, and mesmerizes may have a stronger focus on the mental or emotional experience. All of these words can be used to describe a powerful and overwhelming feeling of attraction towards something or someone.

What are the hypernyms for Ravishes?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Ravishes

A light heart in a fat body ravishes not only the world but the philosopher.
"Sandra Belloni by George Meredith, v1"
George Meredith
Here is the light which ravishes the soul.
"Letters of Madam Guyon"
P. L. Upham
The only thing that our minds can seize is the effect produced by it, and that which charms, ravishes, and makes me in love, I call beauty.
"The Memoires of Casanova, Complete The Rare Unabridged London Edition Of 1894, plus An Unpublished Chapter of History, By Arthur Symons"
Jacques Casanova de Seingalt

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