bewitch

verb

be·​witch bi-ˈwich How to pronounce bewitch (audio)
bē-
bewitched; bewitching; bewitches

transitive verb

1
a
: to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
b
: to cast a spell over
2
: to attract as if by the power of witchcraft : enchant, fascinate
bewitched by her beauty

intransitive verb

: to bewitch someone or something
bewitchery noun

Examples of bewitch in a Sentence

People believed the girls had been bewitched. a Wiccan who believes that it is indeed possible to bewitch someone
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Ideal for: Stylish types bewitched by the 20th century’s greatest fashion designers. Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 13 June 2024 The museum's focus is not only on bringing alive the story of Andersen's amazingly interesting life (filled with love, heartbreak and adventure) but also on taking you by the hand and plunging you headfirst on an immersive journey through Andersen’s bewitching stories. Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024 Agatha All Along is still bewitching audiences ahead of the finale next week. Katie Campione, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2024 The Fleetwood Mac singer resurrected two tunes for the 1998 film Comments There are plenty of reasons to love Practical Magic, including the bewitching soundtrack. John Russell, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bewitch 

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of bewitch was in the 13th century

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“Bewitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bewitch. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

bewitch

verb
be·​witch bi-ˈwich How to pronounce bewitch (audio)
1
: to put under a spell
2
: to attract or delight as if by magic
bewitchment
-mənt
noun

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