Spellbound
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈspɛlˌbaʊnd/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Spellbound is an adjective meaning Under the influence of a magical spell; enchanted, bewitched, or supernaturally constrained.
Meaning
Under the influence of a magical spell; enchanted, bewitched, or supernaturally constrained.
More Meanings
- Fascinated by something; entranced as if by a spell; captivated.
Example Sentences
The story left the children spellbound.
At once he sniffed the smell of man. At once he feared his hidden lair had been looted while he slept. How had a man dared to come so close? He must have trod next to the dragon's head so as not to be spellbound.
Word Forms
- spell-bound
Synonyms for spellbound
Depending on context, synonyms include ensorcelled, forspoken, bespelled, bewitched, charmed, cursed.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include transfixed, enchanted, fascinated, mesmerized, hypnotized, hypnotised.
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