Enchantingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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enchantingly

 

[ ɪnˈtʃɑːntɪŋli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

description

In a charming or delightful way.

Synonyms

captivatingly, charmingly, delightfully.

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Word Description / Examples
enchantingly

Use this word when describing something that has a magical or fairy-tale-like quality.

  • The garden was enchantingly beautiful, as if straight out of a storybook
charmingly

It's best used to describe something or someone with a pleasant, endearing quality.

  • He smiled charmingly, making everyone in the room feel at ease
delightfully

This word is ideal when describing something that brings a great deal of pleasure or joy.

  • The movie was delightfully funny, and the audience laughed the whole time
captivatingly

This word is appropriate when describing something that fully catches and holds your attention.

  • She spoke so captivatingly that no one could take their eyes off her

Examples of usage

  • She smiled enchantingly at him.
  • The music played enchantingly in the background.
Context #2 | Adjective

description

Having the ability to charm or captivate.

Synonyms

bewitching, captivating, charming.

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Word Description / Examples
enchantingly

Used to describe something or someone that is extremely attractive and delightful in a magical or spellbinding way.

  • She sang so enchantingly that the audience was completely mesmerized
  • The garden was enchantingly beautiful with its vibrant flowers and twinkling lights
charming

Describes someone or something that is very pleasant or attractive, often in a simple, natural, or warm way. Can be used in both social and romantic contexts.

  • He was a charming host who made everyone feel at home
  • The village is charming with its cobblestone streets and old churches
captivating

Used to describe something or someone that holds your attention completely and makes you feel fascinated or enthralled. More about deep engagement rather than magic.

  • The movie was so captivating that I couldn't take my eyes off the screen
  • Her story was captivating and left the audience wanting to hear more
bewitching

Has a slightly stronger connotation than 'enchanting,' often evoking a sense of magic or being under a spell. Can imply a mysterious or alluring quality.

  • His bewitching smile made her heart skip a beat
  • The dancer moved with a bewitching grace that held everyone's attention

Examples of usage

  • She had an enchantingly beautiful voice.
  • The garden was filled with enchantingly fragrant flowers.

Translations

Translations of the word "enchantingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encantadoramente

🇮🇳 मोहक ढंग से

🇩🇪 bezaubernd

🇮🇩 dengan mempesona

🇺🇦 зачаровуюче

🇵🇱 czarująco

🇯🇵 魅力的に

🇫🇷 enchantement

🇪🇸 encantadoramente

🇹🇷 büyüleyici bir şekilde

🇰🇷 매혹적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل ساحر

🇨🇿 okouzlujícím způsobem

🇸🇰 očarujúco

🇨🇳 迷人地

🇸🇮 očarljivo

🇮🇸 heillandi

🇰🇿 сүйсіндіріп

🇬🇪 მომხიბვლელად

🇦🇿 heyranedici şəkildə

🇲🇽 encantadoramente

Etymology

The word 'enchantingly' is derived from the verb 'enchant', which comes from the Old French term 'enchanter', meaning to cast a spell over. The concept of enchantment has been associated with magic and charm throughout history, often used in fairy tales and folklore to describe a spellbinding or captivating effect.

See also: disenchant, disenchantment, enchanted, enchanter, enchanting, enchantment, enchantments, enchantress.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #37,880, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.