bewitch

verb

bi-ˈwich How to pronounce bewitch (audio)
Definition of bewitchnext
1
as in to possess
to cast a spell on a Wiccan who believes that it is indeed possible to bewitch someone

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2
as in to fascinate
to attract or delight as if by magic an animated film that bewitches children and adults alike

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Recent Examples of bewitch Du Maurier makes good use of many of the usual tropes of the Gothic genre, especially uncanny doubling: Relentlessly and unfavorably compared to the Manderley estate’s bewitching former mistress, the nameless narrator is pushed to the brink of sanity by the sinister housekeeper, Mrs. Danvers. — M.l. Rio, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025 The black comedy’s 2018 predecessor stars Kendrick as a widowed mommy vlogger who becomes bewitched by the chic and mysterious Emily, another mother at their kids’ school. — Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 5 Feb. 2025 Greenland, an icy land whose rugged landscapes are bewitching, wants to attract more tourists, a paradox for a territory that is particularly vulnerable to global warming and whose geographical isolation means that many people have to take planes to get there. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 14 Jan. 2025 Audience Feedback: Fly, do not run, to see Wicked, a bewitching musical experience chanted by a spellbinding cast. — Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bewitch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bewitch
  1. possess
  2. fascinate
  3. spell
  4. entice
  5. seduce
  6. enchant
  7. charm
  8. delight
Verb
  • In late January, authorities arrested Christopher Kegan Williams, a Sacramento County man who has been charged with murder and possessing drugs for sale in the death of Collanton’s son, 20-year-old Spencer Newsom.
    — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 20 Mar. 2025
  • Wynn-Williams’ book does possess a feature common to tell-all memoirs.
    — Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
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  • Their affair gives poignant momentum to The Deepest Breath, which is fascinated with athletic obsession.
    — Lisa Wong Macabasco, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The grand monuments, enigmatic gods, and legendary rulers of Ancient Egypt have fascinated the world for centuries.
    — David Nikel, Forbes, 2 Mar. 2025
Definition of fascinate
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  • Such factors spell prime conditions for fires to develop and spread rapidly.
    — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2025
  • However, financial experts warn that one mistake can spell catastrophe for your finances.
    — Judy Lagrou, CNBC, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of spell
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  • The goal for Boca Raton officials is to entice not just various wealthy industries but to bring in new residents and tourists, too.
    — Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2025
  • How fast that figure ascends is somewhat dependent on mortgage rates — lower rates would entice more existing owners to sell.
    — Nerdwallet, Orange County Register, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of entice
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  • Raúl Castillo plays against type and makes for a menacing, unstoppable presence in a genre homage that’s yell-at-the-scream enjoyable and seduces with its terrific cinematography from Daniel Katz.
    — Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Carpenter wrapped her performance with a camera trick implying her attempt to seduce a member of the King’s Guard.
    — Ashley Iasimone, Billboard, 1 Mar. 2025
Definition of seduce
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  • Even 75 years after its release, the timeless fairytale continues to enchant audiences with its magic and happily-ever-after love story.
    — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Explore Tallulah Falls Cumberland Island Steeped in history, this enchanting Georgia barrier island feels suspended in time.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2025
Definition of enchant
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  • Perhaps this is why Trump seems instead to have landed on a strategy of trying to charm Greenlanders into voting for independence from Denmark.
    — Louise Bokkenheuser, The New Yorker, 11 Mar. 2025
  • While some people were charmed by the video, others were more critical.
    — Adrianna Rodriguez, USA TODAY, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of charm
Verb
  • Like Clarkson often does, Groban delighted fans by performing for them.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • What’s more, Mattel throughout its history operated with a studio-like approach to creating products to delight the most fickle consumers and their parents.
    — Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of delight

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