enchanting
adjective
en·chant·ing
in-ˈchan-tiŋ 
en-
: powerfully pleasing, appealing, or delightful : charming
enchanting music
an enchanting story
a book with enchanting illustrations
One of the most enchanting museums in London is also one of the world's most important for architectural and design drawings.—
Allison Eckardt Ledes
Allison Eckardt Ledes
enchantingly
adverb
an enchantingly beautiful landscape
A young woman … smiled out at us enchantingly …
—Stephanie Burgis
Stephanie Burgis
Synonyms
Examples of enchanting in a Sentence
visitors have long found the Highlands of Scotland to be an enchanting place
Recent Examples on the Web
Gal Costa – Cantar Brazilian diva and tropicália princess Gal Costa (1945-2022) lived a long, productive life—but the ‘70s was her most enchanting decade.
—Ernesto Lechner, SPIN, 16 Apr. 2024
As a child of parents who were born and raised in Trinidad, the island of this musical genre’s birth, its enchanting rhythms have turned my frowns into smiles, strengthened ties with loved ones, and ushered in some of the most joyous family celebrations.
—Melissa Rose Cooper, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
This wild beach with its coarse sand enjoys shelter beneath the Cap Prim headland and is reached via an enchanting hike through pine trees, clusters of rosemary, and other herbaceous plant life.
—Anya Meyerowitz, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2024
With a diverse collection that celebrates the richness of artistic expression, Nice Art Gallery invites you to embark on an enchanting odyssey through the realms of creativity and imagination.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
Amid colorful homes, new places to stay, and things to do plus new flights to the country make Antigua an enchanting place to visit.
—Claire Boobbyer, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Apr. 2024
Meet the Mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Dive into the enchanting world of mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
Julie Gould and Beth Kelly took over stewardship of Ojibway’s enchanting fairyland almost two years ago, enlisting Scout troops and students to help with the upkeep.
—Cathy Free, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2024
Better Lovers Crafted by Troy Sinatra, bartender at Rosie's in Loveland, CO, this delightful cocktail is an enchanting blend of floral and sweet notes designed to captivate the senses.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2024
Ernesto Lechner, SPIN, 16 Apr. 2024
As a child of parents who were born and raised in Trinidad, the island of this musical genre’s birth, its enchanting rhythms have turned my frowns into smiles, strengthened ties with loved ones, and ushered in some of the most joyous family celebrations.
—Melissa Rose Cooper, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
This wild beach with its coarse sand enjoys shelter beneath the Cap Prim headland and is reached via an enchanting hike through pine trees, clusters of rosemary, and other herbaceous plant life.
—Anya Meyerowitz, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Apr. 2024
With a diverse collection that celebrates the richness of artistic expression, Nice Art Gallery invites you to embark on an enchanting odyssey through the realms of creativity and imagination.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024
Amid colorful homes, new places to stay, and things to do plus new flights to the country make Antigua an enchanting place to visit.
—Claire Boobbyer, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Apr. 2024
Meet the Mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Dive into the enchanting world of mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.
—Jp Shaffer, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2024
Julie Gould and Beth Kelly took over stewardship of Ojibway’s enchanting fairyland almost two years ago, enlisting Scout troops and students to help with the upkeep.
—Cathy Free, Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2024
Better Lovers Crafted by Troy Sinatra, bartender at Rosie's in Loveland, CO, this delightful cocktail is an enchanting blend of floral and sweet notes designed to captivate the senses.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2024
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“Enchanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enchanting. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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