enchanting

adjective

en·​chant·​ing in-ˈchan-tiŋ How to pronounce enchanting (audio)
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: 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
enchantingly adverb
an enchantingly beautiful landscape
A young woman … smiled out at us enchantingly Stephanie Burgis

Examples of enchanting in a Sentence

visitors have long found the Highlands of Scotland to be an enchanting place
Recent Examples on the Web Other immersive theme parks are possible, including popular attractions found internationally, such as the enchanting World of Frozen or a vibrant Zootopia park. Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 19 Apr. 2024 In honor of Hart's 48th birthday on April 18, 2024, here are 10 throwback photos from the enchanting star's early days in the spotlight. Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024 Costa Brava, Spain Located on Spain’s northeastern Mediterranean coast, the Costa Brava region is an enchanting year-round destination. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2024 Still, the rolling valleys covered with vines, forests and olive groves, accented by the iconic centuries-old cypress trees created an enchanting world that made Montalcino like no other place on earth. Cathrine Todd, Forbes, 25 Feb. 2024 There's no doubt soft shades of vibrant hues are enchanting, but when crafted into a high-waisted, straight-legged pant that drapes beautifully, the effect is even more captivating. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024 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

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Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of enchanting was in 1589

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“Enchanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enchanting. Accessed 2 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

enchanting

adjective
en·​chant·​ing
in-ˈchant-iŋ
: having great charm and attraction
enchantingly adverb

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