enchantresses

noun

Definition of enchantressesnext
plural of enchantress
1
as in witches
a woman believed to have often harmful supernatural powers when misfortune occurred, it was not uncommon for some unpopular woman of the village to be branded an enchantress

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2
as in sirens
a woman whom men find irresistibly attractive Scarlett O'Hara is one of literature's most celebrated enchantresses

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as in goddesses
a lovely woman an enchantress of the silver screen whose legend has only grown over the years

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  1. sirens
  2. goddesses
  3. beauties
Noun
  • As sirens wail in the distance, several individuals climb a taller ladder to overcome the second border wall.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Emergency sirens were audible in the background.
    Alex Riggins, The Mercury News, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of sirens
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  • The new film also relies heavily on the mythological imagery of angry goddesses - in this case ‘Gangamma Thalli’, the Hindu goddess believed to be the sister of Venkateshwara Balaji, mother of Lord Parashuram, and the protector of the region.
    Sweta Kaushal, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Families can hear all about classic ancient Greek myths which are filled with adventures of gods and goddesses, monsters, and heroes.
    Anna Halkidis, Parents, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of goddesses
Noun
  • Lifestride Mary Jane Flats As a fan of Mary Jane flats, these brown beauties are a steal at 57 percent off.
    Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Here's how to make these sophisticated beauties.
    Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Dec. 2024
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