Enravished

/ɛnˈrævɪʃt/ adjective

Definition

Seized with intense delight; carried away by rapture or wonder.

Etymology

Past participle of 'enravish', combining 'en-' with 'ravish' (to seize). This emphasizes a more complete or overwhelming state than 'enraptured'.

Kelly Says

Medieval and Renaissance writers used 'enravished' to describe characters completely overwhelmed by beauty—it's more violent and intense than our modern softer 'enraptured'.

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