bewitch

verb

be·​witch bi-ˈwich 

bē-

bewitched; bewitching; bewitches

transitive verb

1

a

: to influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft

b

: to cast a spell over

2

: to attract as if by the power of witchcraft : enchant, fascinate

bewitched by her beauty

intransitive verb

: to bewitch someone or something

bewitchery

bi-ˈwi-ch(ə-)rē 

bē-

noun

Synonyms

• charm
• enchant
• ensorcell
• ensorcel
• hex
• overlook
• spell
• strike

Examples of bewitch in a Sentence

People believed the girls had been bewitched.

a Wiccan who believes that it is indeed possible to bewitch someone

Recent Examples on the Web

Ideal for: Stylish types bewitched by the 20th century’s greatest fashion designers. —Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 13 June 2024

The museum's focus is not only on bringing alive the story of Andersen's amazingly interesting life (filled with love, heartbreak and adventure) but also on taking you by the hand and plunging you headfirst on an immersive journey through Andersen’s bewitching stories. —Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024

Agatha All Along is still bewitching audiences ahead of the finale next week. —Katie Campione, Deadline, 25 Oct. 2024

The Fleetwood Mac singer resurrected two tunes for the 1998 film Comments There are plenty of reasons to love Practical Magic, including the bewitching soundtrack. —John Russell, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a

Kids Definition

bewitch

verb

be·​witch bi-ˈwich 

1

: to put under a spell

2

: to attract or delight as if by magic

bewitchment

-mənt

noun