fascinate

(verb) cause to be interested or curious. Synonyms: intrigue.

(verb) to render motionless, as with a fixed stare or by arousing terror or awe. Synonyms: transfix, grip, spellbind. Examples: "The snake charmer fascinates the cobra."

(verb) attract; cause to be enamored. Synonyms: capture, enamour, trance, catch, becharm, enamor, captivate, beguile, charm, bewitch, entrance, enchant. Examples: "She captured all the men's hearts."