incantation
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for incantation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A spoken or chanted formula of words believed to have magical power.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use incantation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French incantation, from Latin incantatio, related to the word "enchant."
Full origin of incantation →Frequently asked questions
What does “incantation” mean?
The word “incantation” means a spoken or chanted formula of words believed to have magical power. In plain terms, magic words chanted for a ritual effect, or, loosely, any phrase repeated like a spell.
How do you pronounce “incantation”?
“Incantation” is pronounced ihn-kan-TAY-shuhn (/ɪnkænˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “incantation” in a sentence?
Here is “incantation” used in a sentence: “The witch muttered an incantation over the bubbling cauldron.”
What part of speech is “incantation”?
“Incantation” is a noun.
Where does the word “incantation” come from?
The word “incantation” comes from Latin. From Old French incantation, from Latin incantatio, related to the word "enchant.".
How many meanings does “incantation” have?
“Incantation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a spoken or chanted formula of words believed to have magical power.