ensorcell
Americanverb (used with object)
Other Word Forms
- ensorcellment noun
Etymology
Origin of ensorcell
1535–45; < Middle French ensorceler to bewitch, dissimilated variant of ensorcerer. See en- 1, sorcerer
Example Sentences
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The dervish sped up and took wider steps, encircling and ensorcelling.
From Literature
It demands self-discipline, actively resisting the ensorcelling power of luxury goods bought with riches that should have belonged to everyone, not just the king and queen and their courtiers.
From Washington Post
He sometimes wondered why he could ensorcell so many with his wit and style but not have a lover.
From New York Times
It was Lewis who helped ensorcell Jam with stronger grooves.
From New York Times
D&D, he added, can be an “accessible and ensorcelling way to get human connection, where we can work towards a common goal.”
From New York Times
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