1
as in spell
a spoken word or set of words believed to have magic power
entertained the children with stories about magic potions and enchantments
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as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
there's an enchantment about that handsome, young actor that audiences just adore
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as in sorcery
the power to control natural forces through supernatural means
there are people even today who claim to be skilled in enchantment
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Recent Examples of enchantment
Ultimately, his narcissistic enchantment with his own beauty and lifestyle is marred by one great fear – aging and loss of his youth.
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 6 Mar. 2025
Sometimes Goodman seems a little too audibly aware of the enchantment of her formula.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2025
Just as the Catholic Church would hold a perverse appeal to the decadents of the period, eventually drawing in figures as seemingly resistant as Oscar Wilde and Aubrey Beardsley, anarchism held out a similar enchantment at the other end of the political spectrum.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
The thought of our freedom to get outside and mingle being suppressed has a foreshadowing of doom that has smothered the enchantment of snow days.
—Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2025
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Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 6 Mar. 2025
Sometimes Goodman seems a little too audibly aware of the enchantment of her formula.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2025
Just as the Catholic Church would hold a perverse appeal to the decadents of the period, eventually drawing in figures as seemingly resistant as Oscar Wilde and Aubrey Beardsley, anarchism held out a similar enchantment at the other end of the political spectrum.
—Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
The thought of our freedom to get outside and mingle being suppressed has a foreshadowing of doom that has smothered the enchantment of snow days.
—Sherry Kuehl, Kansas City Star, 22 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enchantment
Noun
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Goalkeeper Begovic returned to Everton last summer, having had a stint with the club between 2021 and 2023 and making 10 appearances across both spells.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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Not in the books or in the spells that characters cast.—
Remington Miller,
Arkansas Online,
16 May 2025
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The initiative aims to boost Japan Inc.’s appeal to both foreign and domestic investors.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
16 May 2025
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Perseverance's aurora observations, which were described in a study published Wednesday (May 14) in the journal Science Advances, have more than just gee-whiz appeal.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
15 May 2025
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Bassett’s sword and sorcery movie Red Sonja will be released by Samuel Goldwyn Films later this year.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 May 2025
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His Game 2 first half was evidence that his sorcery is still capable of outpacing Father Time.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
21 Apr. 2025
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With a blend of national prestige and plenty of local charm, this week’s major in Charlotte is a celebration of the Queen City’s culture and its place in the world of sport.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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The move was widely viewed as part of a Chinese charm offensive to capitalize on tensions with the Trump administration.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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Men’s Pro Doubles Recap US Open bronze medalists and shock APP singles finalist Bhatia couldn’t continue his Naples magic with partner Mehta on tour, losing in the 16s to the unstoppable top seeds Will Howells & Jack Munro.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Opponents are figuring out how neutralize Miami by denying Messi and his attacking partners space to work their magic and outracing Miami players in transition.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
11 May 2025
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The following list contains killer robots, talking cats, deadly curses and period crime dramas.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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The 18-inch model leaves a cavernous space beneath the bed that can accommodate several tote-style storage containers—which could be a blessing or a curse depending on the usual state of your bedroom floor.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
15 May 2025
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The plot, which takes place in Páez’s native province of Santa Fe, involves a witchcraft university, an itinerant circus, and the fateful meeting of two teenagers.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
10 May 2025
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In Africa, for instance, there is a misconception that the affected person has been cursed by witchcraft or that the movement disorder is contagious.—
Indu Subramanian,
The Conversation,
1 May 2025
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But the series’s fascination with the prosperity doctrine and its detrimental consequences often felt secondary to a broader affection for its characters.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
5 May 2025
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Her hands-on background and fascinations involve outdoor cooking, foraging, and stewarding gardens.—
Ashia Aubourg,
Outside Online,
4 May 2025
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“Enchantment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enchantment. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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