enchantment
Enchantment (noun) means a feeling of delight and wonder, as if under a spell. Example: “There was a real sense of enchantment on Christmas morning.”
How to Use Enchantment
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA magical or delightful effect — either an actual spell, or the feeling of being charmed.
Word Forms
enchantments plural
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There was a real sense of _____ on Christmas morning.
Etymology
From Old French enchantement, from enchanter ("to enchant").
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “enchantment” mean?
The word “enchantment” means a feeling of delight and wonder, as if under a spell. In plain terms, a magical or delightful effect — either an actual spell, or the feeling of being charmed.
How do you pronounce “enchantment”?
“Enchantment” is pronounced ihn-CHAHNT-muhnt (/ɪnˈt͡ʃænt.mənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “enchantment” in a sentence?
Here is “enchantment” used in a sentence: “There was a real sense of enchantment on Christmas morning.”
What is another word for “enchantment”?
Words with a similar meaning to “enchantment” include bewitching, bewitchment, enchanting, spellcasting, fascination and ensorcellment.
What is the opposite of “enchantment”?
The opposite of “enchantment” — its antonyms — is unbewitching.
What part of speech is “enchantment”?
“Enchantment” is a noun.
Where does the word “enchantment” come from?
The word “enchantment” comes from Old French. From Old French enchantement, from enchanter ("to enchant").
How many meanings does “enchantment” have?
“Enchantment” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a feeling of delight and wonder, as if under a spell.