noun
- the act or practice of bewitching; the use of magic or sorcery to cast a spell on someone
- a powerful attraction or charm that captivates or fascinates someone
Usage: often used in historical or literary contexts
Usage: figurative use
Examples
- The villagers accused the old woman of bewitchery when their crops failed.
- She fell under the bewitchery of his charming smile and kind words.
- The bewitchery of the ancient ritual was said to bind lovers together forever.
- His music had a bewitchery that kept audiences spellbound for hours.
- The novel explores themes of bewitchery and supernatural power in medieval times.
- The garden's bewitchery lay in its exotic flowers and mysterious atmosphere.