a prisoner taken by force or stratagem, esp., by an enemy, in war; one kept in bondage or in the power of another.-one charmed or subdued by beaty, excellence, or affection; one who is captivated.-made prisoner, especially in war; held in bondage or in confinement.-subdued by love; charmed; captivated.-of or pertaining to bondage or confinement; serving to confine; as, captive chains; captive hours.-to take prisoner; to capture.