enchant

/ɛnˈtʃant/

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Definition

(verb)
To fill someone with great delight; to charm
GRE

Example in Context

The ancient city enchanted visitors with its labyrinthine streets and architecture that seemed to belong to another century.

Synonyms

charmcaptivatebewitch

Etymology

To sing or charm someone with delight.

  • incantare (Latin) — to sing

Memory Aid

🎶Sounds like “in chant

When you hear 'IN CHANT', you can't help but ENCHANT yourself with pure joy!

Visual Association

A wizard waving a magic wand, filling the air with sparkles and delight.

Semantic Clusters

Synonym Groups

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “enchant” mean on the GRE?

enchant (verb) means “To fill someone with great delight; to charm”. The ancient city enchanted visitors with its labyrinthine streets and architecture that seemed to belong to another century.

How to remember “enchant” for the GRE?

Mnemonic: “enchant” sounds like “in chant”. When you hear 'IN CHANT', you can't help but ENCHANT yourself with pure joy!

What are synonyms for “enchant”?

Common synonyms: charm, captivate, bewitch.