Bewitching: meaning, definitions and examples
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bewitching
[ bɪˈwɪtʃɪŋ ]
describing something captivating
Enchanting or charming in a mysterious or magical way. Bewitching often implies a sense of fascination or allure that is difficult to resist.
Synonyms
captivating, charming, enchanting
Examples of usage
- The bewitching melody of the music filled the room.
- Her bewitching smile captivated everyone around her.
- The bewitching beauty of the sunset left him speechless.
Translations
Translations of the word "bewitching" in other languages:
🇵🇹 encantador
🇮🇳 मोहक
🇩🇪 bezaubernd
🇮🇩 memikat
🇺🇦 зачаровує
🇵🇱 czarujący
🇯🇵 魅惑的な (miwakuteki na)
🇫🇷 envoûtant
🇪🇸 encantador
🇹🇷 büyüleyici
🇰🇷 매혹적인 (maehokjeog-in)
🇸🇦 ساحر
🇨🇿 okouzlující
🇸🇰 očarujúci
🇨🇳 迷人的 (mí rén de)
🇸🇮 očarljiv
🇮🇸 heillandi
🇰🇿 әсем
🇬🇪 მომხიბლავი
🇦🇿 cazibədar
🇲🇽 encantador
Word origin
The word 'bewitching' dates back to the late Middle English period, derived from the combination of 'be-' and 'witch'. It originally referred to the act of placing someone under a spell or magic, but over time evolved to describe something charming or captivating. The modern usage of 'bewitching' emphasizes a sense of enchantment and allure.
See also: bewitch, witch, witchcraft.