incantation

noun
UK: /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃən/
US: /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃən/

  1. A series of words said as a magic spell or charm.

    1. The witch spoke an incantation to turn him into a frog.
    2. The old book described a complex incantation for summoning spirits using rare herbs.

  2. A use of words that has the style of magic spell, especially to influence or control.

    1. His speech was a powerful incantation against violence.
    2. The politician's promises felt like an empty incantation, designed only to sway voters.

Synonyms

spell charm invocation chant formula recitation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "incantation" in English means: A series of words said as a magic spell or charm., A use of words that has the style of magic spell, especially to influence or control..

The phonetic transcription of "incantation" is /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃən/ in British English and /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "incantation": spell, charm, invocation, chant, formula, recitation.

Example usage of "incantation": "The witch spoke an incantation to turn him into a frog.". More examples on the page.