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charmed

 

[tʃɑːmd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

feeling of delight or enchantment

Charmed means to be delighted or enchanted by something or someone. It can also refer to feeling lucky or fortunate.

Synonyms

captivated, delighted, enchanted.

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Word Description / Examples
charmed

Used when someone feels pleasantly surprised or impressed, often by someone's personality or actions.

  • She was charmed by his politeness.
  • The guests were charmed by the host’s hospitality.
enchanted

Conveys a sense of magical charm or wonder, typically used for experiences, places, or things that seem fantastical.

  • They were enchanted by the beautiful garden.
  • The movie enchanted audiences with its visual effects.
delighted

Expresses a feeling of great pleasure or happiness, often in response to news or an event.

  • She was delighted with her birthday present.
  • The children were delighted to see the magician.
captivated

Implies a strong impact, holding one’s attention, often used for things like performances, stories, or speeches.

  • The audience was captivated by her powerful performance.
  • He was captivated by the gripping novel.

Examples of usage

  • I was charmed by the beautiful sunset.
  • She was charmed by his wit and charisma.
  • They felt charmed by the unexpected kindness of strangers.
Context #2 | Verb

to cast a spell over

Charmed as a verb refers to the act of casting a spell over someone or something, often with the intention of bringing luck or good fortune.

Synonyms

bewitch, cast a spell on, enchant.

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Word Description / Examples
charmed

Used to describe being delighted or taken with someone or something. It can also indicate feeling lucky or protected.

  • She was charmed by his witty conversation
  • He leads a charmed life, always avoiding trouble
bewitch

Often implies a magical or supernatural influence that captivates someone. It can have both a positive and negative connotation, depending on the context.

  • The beautiful singer bewitched the audience with her voice
  • The old house seemed to bewitch anyone who entered
enchant

Similar to 'charmed' but with a stronger emphasis on magical or fairy-tale-like fascination. It can be used to describe both literal magic and figurative charm.

  • The fairy's song enchanted the entire forest
  • The children were enchanted by the magician's tricks
cast a spell on

Specifically refers to performing a magical action to influence or control someone or something. This phrase generally has a mystical or supernatural implication.

  • The witch cast a spell on the prince, turning him into a frog
  • They believed the shaman could cast a spell on their enemies

Examples of usage

  • The magician charmed the audience with his tricks.
  • She charmed the snakes to dance to the music.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'carmen', which means 'song' or 'verse', hinting at magical properties of spoken words.
  • It evolved through Old French 'charmer', meaning to enchant or influence someone.

Literature

  • In fairy tales, characters are often charmed by spells or magical creatures, leading to adventures and transformations.
  • Shakespeare used charm-related imagery in plays to describe the allure and influence of love.

Pop Culture

  • The TV show 'Charmed' features sisters who use magic to protect the world, demonstrating different ways people can be charmed.
  • The concept of being 'charmed' also appears in songs, often expressing feelings of excitement or love.

Psychology

  • Being charmed can be linked to feelings of affection; when someone is charming, they often make others feel special and valued.
  • Studies show that charisma can lead to increased attraction and trust between people, making the charmer more influential.

Translations

Translations of the word "charmed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encantado

🇮🇳 मंत्रमुग्ध

🇩🇪 bezaubert

🇮🇩 terpesona

🇺🇦 зачарований

🇵🇱 oczarowany

🇯🇵 魅了された

🇫🇷 charmé

🇪🇸 encantado

🇹🇷 büyülenmiş

🇰🇷 매혹된

🇸🇦 مفتون

🇨🇿 okouzlený

🇸🇰 očarený

🇨🇳 被迷住的

🇸🇮 očaran

🇮🇸 heillaður

🇰🇿 таңғалған

🇬🇪 მოხიბლული

🇦🇿 məftun

🇲🇽 encantado

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,195, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.