English Explanatory Dictionary

enchantment

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of enchanting or the feeling of being enchanted.
  2. Something that enchants; a magical spell.

Pronunciation

/ɪnˈt͡ʃænt.mənt/ /ən-/ /ɛn-/ /ɪnˈtʃɑːnt.mənt/ en-uk-enchantment.ogg

Word forms

enchantment enchantments inchantment

Etymology

From Middle English enchauntement, from Old French enchantement.

Synonyms

bewitching bewitchment spellcasting enchanting enchantment fascination ensorcellment incantation witchery witching hex spell cantrip chantment charm craft dwimmer magic magic spell makutu mojo obeah pishogue rune spellword wanga

Antonyms

unbewitching

Related words

enchant magic spell

Derived words

disenchantment neuroenchantment overenchantment
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