as in charmed
being or appearing to be under a magic spell
an enchanted isle of the South Pacific
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as in fascinated
to attract or delight as if by magic
the child actress enchanted audiences with her bubbly personality
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as in possessed
to cast a spell on
out of spite, the jealous queen enchanted her chief rival for the title of the fairest one of all
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as in mesmerized
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
the tales about the young wizard have enchanted children around the globe
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Recent Examples of enchanted
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Now, to add some context, this was only the second 70-point first half in the team’s enchanted season.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Everyone was enchanted by the idea of Nicole as a pro wrestler.
—Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
But the four-poster bed carved with Pica-pau’s symbols feels enchanted and protective.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Now, to add some context, this was only the second 70-point first half in the team’s enchanted season.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
Verb
Artemis 2 enchanted the world in the beginning of April, when its crew of four astronauts flew a 10-day mission around the moon and back to Earth.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 8 May 2026
Everyone was enchanted by the idea of Nicole as a pro wrestler.
—Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enchanted
Adjective
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Like all of Wilson’s work, herein lies a feast of charmed imagery.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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Brisighella is a charmed village on a Romagnol hillside whose medieval buildings are painted in muted shades of yellows and pinks.—
Erin Florio,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But he’s always been fascinated by this heroine’s story.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2026
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The combined disgust, discomfort, ignorance, and fascination with our Indigeneity that unsettled my aunties and fascinated my cousins made more sense to me.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Like many of the men who performed the role, Byers – who possessed a big personality and gregarious sense of humor — was a fan favorite.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
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Authorities said Pleisse received, tried to receive and possessed child pornography several times between July 2024 and April 2025.—
Madeline Bartos,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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Speaking of YouTube, the world’s biggest streaming platform is also with us today, as five of its top creators/producers/hosts discuss the magic sauce of making their popular shows.—
The Deadline Team,
Deadline,
30 May 2026
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The moment is going to feel like a small magic trick.—
Vivian Toh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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An early example of internet-viral fame, the then-47-year-old unemployed charity worker from rural Scotland delighted viewers and judges with her powerful, angelic voice and charm.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Torres continues to show great flair in writing for Oscar winners, though, with Portman playing a mother delighted by her daughter’s interest in a step-child doll to torment.—
Jesse Hassenger,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Sealed by consuming a mushroom that sprung from the snowy, barren land (as seen in last week’s episode), Richard’s devilish pact cursed Widow’s Bay for the foreseeable future, binding all those born on it to its grounds — those who try to leave face immediate death beyond its watery borders.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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Danhausen cursed the Cavaliers, much to the chagrin of Cleveland sports fan The Miz.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
Adjective
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The earlier one is a showcase for Aidy Bryant, but Keaton takes center stage in this kid’s-show sendup, where it’s gradually revealed that the magical world the childlike host has created for himself has sinister undertones (as well as unpaid bills).—
Jesse Hassenger,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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The whole resort has a magical feel to it–something like an imaginative, culturally-rich dreamland for thoughtful travelers who appreciate the elegance and joy of life.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
Verb
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Relief pitcher Toby Scheidt enticed Gavin Kelly into a fly ball to right field.—
Gary Bedore
May 23,
Kansas City Star,
23 May 2026
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No pitcher in baseball has enticed hitters to chase this season at a higher rate.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
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“Enchanted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enchanted. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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