Answer: fascinate

AnswerCrossword Clue
FASCINATESpellbind
FASCINATEEnthrall
FASCINATEHold, in a way
FASCINATEAllure.
FASCINATEAllure
FASCINATEBewitch
FASCINATECharm
FASCINATETransfix
fascinateto interest exceedingly, intrigue
fascinate(esp. of a snake) Deprive (a person or animal) of the ability to resist or escape by the power of a look or gaze
fascinateDraw irresistibly the attention and interest of (someone)