Ravished

Ravished describes a state of being overwhelmed with intense emotion, especially joy, delight, or admiration; it can also denote the forceful taking of someone or something. It suggests a sense of being utterly captivated or transported by something beautiful, thrilling, or emotionally powerful. The feeling is one of being utterly consumed or enchanted. More archaic usage includes the idea of being seized or carried away, often in a violent or forceful way, from the original meaning in middle english 'to seize by force.' It often implies a loss of control or a surrender to the powerful experience.

Ravished meaning with examples

• The audience was ravished by the orchestra's performance; every note, every movement evoked a sense of beauty and passion. The violins soared, and the percussion pulsed, creating a complete sense of rapture.
• She was completely ravished by the sunset over the ocean, the colors painting the sky in breathtaking hues. The tranquil beauty washed over her like a warm embrace.
• The traveler, after years of wandering, was ravished by the sight of their hometown. The familiar buildings and the scent of home filled them with a sense of profound comfort.
• The aroma of the freshly baked bread from the bakery ravished her senses, causing her to stop and relish its warmth. She wanted to buy the whole loaf.
• The king, seeing his armies defeated, was ravished with the realization of his defeat and the coming consequences, the grief was overwhelming.