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- pronunciation:
- spel
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a word, phrase, or the like used to bewitch or enchant; charm; incantation.
- synonyms:
- charm, enchantment, incantation
- similar words:
- hex, invocation, magic, sorcery, voodoo
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| definition 2: |
an enchanted or hypnotized condition.
- synonyms:
- bewitchment, enchantment
- similar words:
- possession, thrall, trance
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| definition 3: |
any irresistible attraction or influence; fascination.
She was caught by the spell of the theater.- synonyms:
- magic
- similar words:
- allure, attraction, charm, enchantment, fascination, influence, magnetism, pull
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| related words: |
abracadabra, curse, jinx, possession, witchcraft |
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| derivation: |
spell-like (adj.) |
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