Captivation and Repulsion

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Captivation noun - The power of irresistible attraction.

Usage example: by some mysterious method of captivation, the therapist is able to evoke a response from even the shiest of children

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Repulsion is an antonym for captivation in topics: attraction, ability to draw attention.

Repulsion noun - A dislike so strong as to cause stomach upset or queasiness.

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Captivation is an antonym for repulsion.

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