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Bewitch means to enchant or captivate as if under a spell. It can suggest literal magic, but more often it describes overwhelming charm or fascination.
To enchant, charm, or captivate as if by magic. Bewitch means to enchant or captivate as if under a spell. It can suggest literal magic, but more often it describes overwhelming charm or fascination.
Bewitch feels absurd in the best possible way because it makes ordinary attraction sound supernatural. The word turns charisma into sorcery.
The verb has long been tied to the vocabulary of witchcraft and enchantment. Over time it broadened into figurative uses for beauty, charm, music, and personality.
Yes, especially in poetic, romantic, and atmospheric writing.
Use bewitch when charm feels powerful enough to sound magical.
enchant, captivate, charm, spellbind
repel, disenchant, bore
