1. the act of casting a spell on someone or something; enchantment
2. a state of being fascinated or charmed; captivation

Examples

• The witch’s bewitchment turned the prince into a frog.
• Ancient folklore tells of bewitchment used to protect villages from harm.
• She fell under the bewitchment of his charming smile.
• The bewitchment of the beautiful garden made visitors linger for hours.
• The townspeople blamed their misfortunes on bewitchment.
• His bewitchment with classical music began in childhood.
• The novel describes the bewitchment of an entire kingdom.