This is the 4012th most frequent French word.
captivé
"Captivé" means "captivated" or "enthralled."
The word 'captivé' here is used to express being fascinated or deeply attracted by something visually or aesthetically appealing.
Je suis captivé par la beauté de cette peinture.
I am captivated by the beauty of this painting.
In this sentence, 'captivé' conveys being engrossed or deeply involved in thoughts caused by a narrative or event.
Elle était captivée par l'histoire racontée.
She was captivated by the story being told.
Here, 'captivé' describes the state of being engaged or held spellbound by an impactful or enthralling act.