Enchantment
/ɪnˈtʃænt.mənt/noun
A magical spell or charm; the state of being enchanted.
Did you know?The word 'enchantment' is derived from Latin roots meaning 'to sing' or 'to chant', suggesting that words themselves were believed to hold magical power in ancient rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Late Latin
Latin
incantatio
“A singing or chanting used in magical rites.”
Old French
Old French
enchantement
“A state of being under a spell or charm.”
Middle English
Middle English
enchauntement
“The act of enchanting or casting a spell.”
Modern English
English
enchantment
“The use of magic to produce a desired effect or transform reality.”