The captivation of our understanding.
Bp. Hall.
Cap"tive (?), n. [L. captivus, fr. capere to take: cf. F. captif. See Caitiff.] 1. A prisoner taken by force or stratagem, esp., by an enemy, in war; one kept in bondage or in the power of another.
Then, when I am thy captive, talk of chains.
Milton.
2. One charmed or subdued by beaty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.
Cap"tive, a. 1. Made prisoner, especially in war; held in bondage or in confinement.
A poor, miserable, captive thrall.
Milton.