bewitch

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb attract; cause to be enamored
  2. verb attract strongly, as if with a magnet
  3. verb cast a spell over someone or something; put a hex on someone or something

Etymology

From Middle English bewicchen, bewycchen, biwicchen, equivalent to be- + witch.

In classic literature

Synonyms

capture, enamour, trance, catch, becharm, enamor, captivate, beguile, charm, fascinate, entrance, enchant

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