Definition

Having the ability to attract or enchant someone, often in a magical or mysterious way.

Example

The witching hour is said to be the time when supernatural events are most likely to occur.

Conversation

Did you see that witching display of lights at the festival?

Yeah, it was so captivating and magical!

I couldn't take my eyes off it; it felt almost otherworldly.

Definitely! It really had a witching charm to it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The practice of using magic or sorcery, often associated with witches.

Example

The villagers were afraid of the witching that was said to occur in the dark woods.

Conversation

Have you ever read about witching practices in history?

Yeah, it’s fascinating how people believed in that stuff back then.

I know, right? It makes you wonder what they were really doing during those rituals.

Root Explanation

Witching → The word 'witching' is derived from 'witch' (from Old English 'wicce', meaning a female sorcerer or magician) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'witching' refers to the act or process of practicing witchcraft or sorcery.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'witch' as someone who practices magic, and the '-ing' shows that it's about the action of doing that magic. So, 'witching' is all about the act of being a witch.

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