1. unable to move or act because of shock, fear, or amazement; completely captivated or spellbound
Usage: archaic or poetic form of ‘transfixed’

Examples

• The audience sat transfixt by the magician’s incredible performance.
• She stood transfixt with terror as the storm approached.
• The children were transfixt by the storyteller’s vivid tale.
• He remained transfixt, staring at the beautiful sunset.
• The deer was transfixt by the headlights of the approaching car.