Latin Root word Captivus:

cap·​ti·​vate | \ ˈkap-tə-ˌvāt  \

captivated; captivating

Definition of captivate transitive verb

1: to influence and dominate by some special charm, art, or trait and with an irresistible appeal.

-We were captivated by her beauty.

-The scenery captivated our attention.