enchant
/in'tʃɑ:nt/
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Definition
- Verb:
- To cast a spell over someone or something; to use magic on: This meaning refers to the literal act of using magic or a charm to affect someone or something.
- To attract and delight someone; to fill with great pleasure or charm: This is the more common figurative meaning, describing the act of captivating someone, making them feel charmed, delighted, or deeply attracted.
Usage Examples
- Verb:
- The sorcerer tried to enchant the prince with a powerful spell. (Literal: using magic)
- The beautiful music enchanted the entire audience. (Figurative: delighting)
- She was enchanted by the quaint little village. (Figurative: charmed and captivated)
Advanced Usage
- "to be enchanted by/with something/someone": to be utterly charmed or delighted.
- He was completely enchanted with her stories of travel.
- "enchanting" (adjective): having the power to enchant; delightfully charming.
- We spent an enchanting evening under the stars.
Variants and Related Words
- Enchanter (noun): a person, especially a man, who enchants or uses magic.
- Enchantress (noun): a woman who enchants or uses magic; a fascinating or alluring woman.
- Enchantment (noun): the state of being enchanted; a feeling of great pleasure or a magical spell.
- The castle was shrouded in an air of enchantment.
Synonyms
- Bewitch: to cast a spell over; to attract and delight.
- Captivate: to attract and hold the interest and attention of.
- Charm: to delight or attract greatly.
- Mesmerize: to hold the attention of someone entirely.
Related Phrasal Verbs/Constructions
(This word does not commonly form phrasal verbs. Its meaning is typically expressed directly.)
Related Idioms
- Under a spell/enchantment: in a state of being magically influenced or utterly captivated.
- The kingdom was under an enchantment for a hundred years.
- He listened as if under a spell.
Verb
- cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something
- attract; cause to be enamored
- She captured all the men's hearts
- hold spellbound