enchant

Meanings

• Verb

  To cast a magical spell over; charm or enthrall.

  - "She enchants her audience with her beautiful singing."
  - "The sorcerer enchants the wand with a spell."
  - "The fairy godmother enchants Cinderella's pumpkin coach."

• Noun

  A state of being under the influence of a magical spell.

  - "The enchantment of the forest was broken by the sunrise."
  - "The elf was placed under an enchantment that kept him young."
  - "The spellbinding performance left the audience enchanted."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɛnˈtʃænt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with enchant
chant , daunt , haunt , lament , plant , recline , sent , wane , wane

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Variants

List of all variants of enchant that leads to same result
enchant , enchanted , enchanting , enchants

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Etymology

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From Old French enchanter, from enchant, to put under a spell, from en- 'in' + chanter 'to sing'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'enchant' is related to the word 'chant'.

2. The term 'enchant' has been used in English since the 14th century.

3. In some cultures, it is believed that certain plants have enchanting properties.

4. The term 'enchantment' is often used interchangeably with the term 'magic'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Magic: The power to change natural forces or influence the course of events, often through supernatural means.

2. Spell: A magical incantation or enchantment.

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Culture

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The term 'enchant' has been used extensively in various forms of literature, art, and music. In literature, the word is often used to describe the magical or mystical aspects of a story. In art, enchanting scenes depicting fairies, elves, and other magical beings are common. In music, the word is used metaphorically to describe a captivating or charming performance.

How to Memorize "enchant"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a magical scene where a fairy is casting a spell.
   - Visualize the word 'enchant' written in beautiful calligraphy.
   - Imagine yourself under the enchantment of a beautiful sunset.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'enchant' with the sound of a magical flute.
   - Think of a beautiful fairy godmother when you hear the word 'enchant'.
   - Associate the word 'enchant' with the feeling of being captivated.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'enchant' by associating it with the word 'charm'.
   - Use the acronym 'E-N-C-H-A-N-T' to remember the definition: Enthralls, Nurtures, Captivates, Heals, Attracts, Nourishes, Transforms.

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