transfixed Meaning & Definition
What Does Transfixed Mean?
Transfixed is used as an adjective meaning Rendered motionless by completely focused attention, rapt, entranced, mesmerized. As a verb, it means simple past and past participle of transfix. As a verb, it means To render motionless, by arousing terror, amazement or awe.
Quick Facts About Transfixed
| Part of speech | adjective, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | fascinated, mesmerized and enchanted |
| Comparative / superlative | more transfixed, most transfixed |
Transfixed Definition (Adjective)
- Rendered motionless by completely focused attention, rapt, entranced, mesmerized.
Transfixed as a Verb
- simple past and past participle of transfix
Verb
- To render motionless, by arousing terror, amazement or awe.
- To pierce with a sharp pointed weapon.
- To fix or impale.
Synonyms of Transfixed
Transfixed synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Transfixed
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Transfixed in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
transfixed (comparative more transfixed, superlative most transfixed)
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Words That Rhyme With Transfixed
Quick Answers About Transfixed
Is transfixed an adjective or a verb?
Transfixed is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for transfixed?
You can replace transfixed with words such as fascinated, mesmerized and enchanted. See the full list of transfixed synonyms and antonyms.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of transfixed?
The comparative form is more transfixed and the superlative form is most transfixed.