ə̇nˈchant, en-, -aa(ə)-, -ai-, -ȧ- verb
Etymology: Middle English enchanten, from Middle French enchanter, from Latin incantare, from in in, against + cantare to sing — more at in , chant
transitive verb
1. : to influence by or as if by charms and incantation : bewitch
a princess enchanted by a cruel sorcerer
the scene enchanted her to the point of tears — Elinor Wylie
2. : to thrill or enrapture : delight
new talent to enchant viewers this coming television season — Goodman Ace
3. : to endow with charm : infuse, permeate, or transfix with allure, fascination, or attraction
the rare smile that enchanted her whole face — Edith Wharton
intransitive verb
1. : to employ or practice magic or sorcery
2. : to be charming : create delight
Synonyms: see attract