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rapt

Latin

seize, carry away, transport

Variants:raptrapture
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From Latin rapere (to seize, carry away), past participle raptus. The 'carried away' sense manifests both literally and emotionally: rapt (absorbed, carried away in thought), rapture (ecstatic transport), enrapture (to fill with delight). The root conveys being seized by an overwhelming force — whether physical or emotional.

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rape

Forced sexual intercourse without consent; to commit such an act; an oil-seed plant

rapture

Extreme joy or ecstasy; to fill with great delight

rapt

Completely absorbed or fascinated; deeply engrossed

enrapture

To fill with great delight or joy; to captivate