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Synonyms & Similar Words
enchanted
spellbound
captivated
charmed
fascinated
mesmerized
hypnotized
entranced
enthralled
delighted
allured
attracted
beguiled
lured
seduced
tempted
dazzled
bewhiled
bemused
puzzled
perplexed
confused
disoriented
dazed
stunned
amazed
astonished
astounded
flabbergasted
spellstruck
enchanted
entranced
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mesmerized
hypnotized
Meaning of Bewitched
The primary meaning of the word "Bewitched" is to be under a magical spell.
Definitions
- Past tense and past participle of bewitch, meaning to attract or fascinate someone very much, or to cast a spell on someone or something
- * Having a strong and pleasant attraction, or being under a magical spell
Etymology of Bewitched
The word "Bewitched" has its roots in Old English, derived from "be" (meaning "about" or "around") and "wicca" or "wiccian" (meaning "to cast a spell" or "sorcery"), with the past tense and past participle form being "bewitched"
Historically, the word was used to describe people or things under magical influence, and has since evolved to include a broader range of meanings related to fascination and attraction
Example Uses
- The audience was bewitched by the magician's performance
- * She was bewitched by his charming smile and captivating personality
- * The beautiful scenery had a bewitching effect on the tourists
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unimpressed
unaffected
unmoved
unattracted
repelled
repulsed
disgusted
appalled
horrified
shocked
disenchanted
disillusioned
disappointed
dissatisfied
unenthusiastic
uninterested
bored
disinterested
detached
indifferent
apathetic