Pronunciation: [mˈɔː tɹansfˈɪkst] (IPA) 
The correct spelling of the phrase "more transfixed" is /mɔː(r) trænˈsfɪkst/. The first part, "more," is pronounced with a long "o" sound and a silent "e" on the end. The second part, "transfixed," is pronounced with an "a" sound like in "cat," followed by an "n" sound, and then the "sf" and "ks" sounds at the end. This word refers to someone who is even more fixed, focused, or absorbed in something than before.
"More transfixed" refers to a state of being even more intensely absorbed or captivated by something than before. The term "transfixed" is often used to describe a feeling of being completely engrossed, unable to divert one's attention or glance away from a particular object, person, or situation. When someone is described as being "more transfixed," it suggests that they were already deeply focused or fixated on something, but now their level of fascination or fixation has increased or intensified.
The word "transfixed" stems from the verb "transfix," which means to render motionless, as if by being impaled or deeply pierced by an external force or object. In this context, being "transfixed" metaphorically implies that one's attention or gaze has been firmly affixed to a certain subject, almost as if they have been momentarily immobilized.
When an individual becomes "more transfixed," it indicates a heightened level of captivation, concentration, or mesmerization. This state often occurs when experiencing something profoundly captivating, such as an awe-inspiring spectacle, a gripping narrative, or an intense emotional event. Being "more transfixed" suggests an increased level of captivation beyond what was previously experienced, implying a sense of being even more deeply absorbed or entranced by a specific object or circumstance.
The word "more" is commonly used as a comparative form, derived from the Old English word "māra". It is related to the Middle English word "mōre" and the Old Frisian word "māra". "More" is used to indicate a greater amount, degree, or intensity of something.
The word "transfixed" originated from the Latin word "transfixus", which is the past participle of "transfigere". "Trans-" means "across" or "beyond", and "figere" means "to pierce" or "to fix". Thus, "transfixed" refers to being completely motionless or immobilized due to intense astonishment, fear, or fascination.
When used together as "more transfixed", the etymology remains the same.
