Deter and Fascinate

Opposite meaning words

Deter verb - To steer (a person) from an activity or course of action.

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Fascinate is an antonym for deter.

Fascinate verb - To attract or delight as if by magic.

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Deter is an antonym for fascinate in captivate topic.

people	deter people	fascinate people
someone	deter someone	fascinate someone

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