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witchy

American  
[wich-ee] / ˈwɪtʃ i /

adjective

witchier, witchiest
  1. accomplished by or as if by witchcraft.

    strange, witchy sounds.

  2. similar to or characteristic of a witch; witchlike.

    a witchy enjoyment of mischief-making.


Etymology

Origin of witchy

First recorded in 1660–70; witch + -y 1

Example Sentences

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Bones stayed true to her witchy boho aesthetic for her final perfomance outfit, donning a floaty black gown paired with black leather thigh-high boots and gloves.

From BBC • Nov. 28, 2025

She padlocks the gate when she returns and buries witchy talismans around the property to ward off intruders.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

A mix of store-bought animatronics, handmade props and found objects — vintage lamps, creatures with elongated necks and an assortment of mystical, witchy knickknacks, fill every nook.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2025

On paper, it sounds almost too specific: a witchy cheese book, niche on niche.

From Salon • Oct. 12, 2025

I love a witchy, dark, gloomy autumn day, when it rains from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner

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