piques interest
- curiosityDesire to learn
- intriguesPlots or fascinates
- captivatesHolds rapt attention
- sparksFiery particles from friction
- hooksCurved catching devices
fascinates · entices · allures · provokes · teases · tantalizes · arouses · grabs · compelling · bait · lure · mystery · suspense · cliffhanger · enigma · puzzle · riddle · glimmer
engagement/attention
piques interestbores
Drills or tires
turns off · puts to sleep · repels · disengages · numbs
emotional arousal
piques interestputs to sleep
Causes unconsciousness or rest
sedates · tranquilizes · lulls · soothes · calms