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Word: Enchanted

Part of Speech: Adjective

Basic Definition: The word "enchanted" means to be under a magical spell or to feel a strong sense of delight and wonder. It is often used to describe a feeling of being captivated or fascinated by something beautiful or magical.

Usage Instructions:

1. As an Adjective: "Enchanted" is used to describe a person’s feelings or the qualities of a place or thing that seem magical.
   • Example: "The enchanted forest was filled with sparkling lights and beautiful flowers."

Example Sentences:

• "She felt enchanted by the beautiful music at the concert."
• "The children were enchanted by the fairy tale their grandmother told them."

Advanced Usage:

• In literature, "enchanted" can describe characters or settings that are magically transformed or affected by spells.
• Example: "The enchanted prince was turned into a frog by a wicked witch."

Word Variants:

• Enchant (verb): To cast a spell on someone or to delight someone greatly.
  • Example: "The magician enchanted the audience with his tricks."
• Enchantment (noun): The state of being enchanted or a magical spell.
  • Example: "The enchantment of the place took her breath away."

Different Meanings:

• While "enchanted" often refers to magic, it can also simply mean being very pleased or charmed by something.
  • Example: "He was enchanted by her smile."

Synonyms:

• Captivated
• Fascinated
• Charmed
• Bewitched
• Delighted

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• Under a spell: This idiom means to be so enchanted or captivated that you cannot think clearly.
  • Example: "He was under her spell from the moment they met."

Summary:

"Enchanted" describes a magical or deeply pleasurable experience.

Academic

Adjective

1. influenced as by charms or incantations