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Meaning of spell
The primary meaning of the word "spell" is a set of words or actions believed to have magical power.
Etymology of spell
The word "spell" originates from Old English "spell" or "spellian," which means "to tell, declare, or proclaim"
It is also related to the Old Norse word "spjall," meaning "a proclamation" or "a tale"
Historically, the word "spell" was used to describe a magical formula or incantation, and over time, its meaning has expanded to include other senses, such as a period of time or a way of writing or saying words
Synonyms
chant
incantation
magic
conjure
bewitch
enchant
charm
hex
curse
cast
conjuration
invocation
summons
invitation
conjuring
sorcery
voodoo
hoodoo
trance
hypnotism
mesmerism
fascination
allure
captivate
enthrall
beguile
deceive
delude
bewilder
perplex
puzzle
mystify
intrigue
entice
lure
tempt
seduce
spellbind
mesmerize
hypnotize
entrance
enthrallment
captivity
enchantment
bewitchment
enticement
allurement
attraction
allurements
captivation
fascination
infatuation
obsession
possession
Definitions
- A set of words, a formula, or a ritual believed to have magical power
- A period of time spent doing a particular activity
- To write or say the letters of a word in the correct order
- To relieve someone of a task or responsibility for a period of time
Usage Examples
- The wizard cast a spell to make the room disappear
- She had to spell the word "accommodate" to get it right
- The team had a winning spell that lasted for several months
- The teacher gave the student a spell of recess to play outside
Antonyms
break
cancel
lift
remove
revoke
undo
reverse
nullify
invalidate
annul
abolish
repeal
terminate
end
finish
stop
halt
discontinue
rescind
retract
withdraw
recall
real
ordinary
normal
natural
mundane
everyday
realistic
practical
rational
logical
sensible
sober
serious
unromantic
unmagical
unenchanted
unenthralling
unalluring
unattractive
repellent
repulsive