enchanting

adjective

en·​chant·​ing in-ˈchan-tiŋ How to pronounce enchanting (audio)
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: powerfully pleasing, appealing, or delightful : charming
enchanting music
an enchanting story
a book with enchanting illustrations
One of the most enchanting museums in London is also one of the world's most important for architectural and design drawings.Allison Eckardt Ledes
enchantingly adverb
an enchantingly beautiful landscape
A young woman … smiled out at us enchantingly Stephanie Burgis

Examples of enchanting in a Sentence

visitors have long found the Highlands of Scotland to be an enchanting place
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The five-star, upscale resort offers a pristine tropical location, state-of-the-art architecture and award-winning service, creating an enchanting setting where every wedding detail is crafted to perfection. Lopesan Costa Bavaro Contributor, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024 But the vibes within are less enchanting than uncanny. Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2024 For Starbucks customers, coffee runs are about to become even more enchanting. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024 Lo and behold, last night Grande turned out her most enchanting look to date, and for no small occasion either. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for enchanting 

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of enchanting was in 1589

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

Kids Definition

enchanting

adjective
en·​chant·​ing
in-ˈchant-iŋ
: having great charm and attraction
enchantingly adverb

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