verb (v)

• cause to be interested or curious(verb.stative)

  Synonym:
  intrigue
  

  source: wordnet30
• to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe(verb.emotion)

  Example:
  The snake charmer fascinates the cobra.
  

  Synonym:
  grip, spellbind, transfix
  

  source: wordnet30
• attract; cause to be enamored(verb.emotion)

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

  source: wordnet30
• To influence in an uncontrollable manner; to operate on by some powerful or irresistible charm; to bewitch; to enchant.(verb)

  source: webster1913