bewitches
|be-witch-es|
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/bɪˈwɪtʃɪz/
(bewitch)
enchant or charm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'bewitch' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'bewicchen,' where 'be-' meant 'thoroughly' and 'wicchen' meant 'to enchant.'
Historical Evolution
'bewicchen' transformed into the modern English word 'bewitch' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to enchant thoroughly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to cast a spell on and gain control over someone by magic.
The witch bewitches the prince, turning him into a frog.
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Verb 2
to captivate completely; to fascinate.
The performance bewitches the audience with its beauty.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 08:50