witching
6 synonyms for witching, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Relating to or having the power of witchcraft; bewitching.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sorcerous
wizardly
How to use witching
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
the witching hour
witching hour ritual
Etymology
From witch plus the adjective ending -ing.
Full origin of witching →Frequently asked questions
What does “witching” mean?
The word “witching” means relating to or having the power of witchcraft; bewitching. In plain terms, connected to witchcraft, or having a magical, spellbinding quality.
How do you use “witching” in a sentence?
Here is “witching” used in a sentence: “Midnight is often called the witching hour.”
What part of speech is “witching”?
“Witching” is an adjective.
