witchery

/'wit ri/

Thân thiện

A witch practices her witchery by mixing a potion in a cauldron.

Definition

Noun: 1. The art or practice of witchcraft; sorcery. Refers to the use of magic, especially for evil purposes or to influence events. 2. A bewitching or fascinating power; enchantment. Refers to a compelling charm or allure that seems magical.

Examples

• The old tales spoke of the witchery used by the witch to curse the village.
• She felt the witchery of the moonlit forest, as if it were casting a spell on her.
• The witchery in his voice could persuade anyone to agree with him.

Advanced Usage

• "The witchery of...": A phrase used to describe the enchanting quality of something.
  • She was captivated by the witchery of the ancient melody.
• Used in a figurative sense to describe an irresistible, almost supernatural, attraction or influence.

Variants and Related Words

• Witch (n): A person, especially a woman, who practices magic or sorcery.
• Witchcraft (n): The practice of magic, especially the use of spells and the invocation of spirits. (This is a very close synonym to the first meaning of "witchery").
• Bewitch (v): To cast a spell on; to enchant or captivate.

Synonyms

• Sorcery: The use of magic, especially black magic.
• Enchantment: A feeling of great pleasure or a magical spell.
• Bewitchment: The act of bewitching; a spell.

Idioms and Phrases

• "Work one's witchery": To use one's charm or influence in a seemingly magical way.
  • She worked her witchery on the committee, and they approved her proposal.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the art of sorcery

Từ đồng nghĩa

• witchcraft