The Opposite(Antonym) of “bewitch”
The antonym of bewitch are repel, disenchant, and bore. These words convey a sense of disinterest or aversion towards something, opposite to the captivating effect of bewitch.
Explore all Antonyms of “bewitch”
Definitions and Examples of repel, disenchant, bore
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To drive away or reject something or someone.
Example
The strong smell of the garbage can repelled the customers from entering the store.
To lose one's admiration or enchantment for something or someone.
Example
After meeting the famous actor in person, she was disenchanted by his rude behavior.
To cause someone to feel uninterested or weary.
Example
The long lecture on history made the students bored and sleepy.
Key Differences: repel vs disenchant vs bore
- 1Repel implies a strong feeling of disgust or aversion that makes one want to stay away from something or someone.
- 2Disenchant describes a gradual loss of admiration or enchantment for something or someone.
- 3Bore conveys a sense of dullness or lack of interest that makes one feel uninterested or weary.
Effective Usage of repel, disenchant, bore
- 1Express Dislike: Use repel to describe a strong feeling of disgust or aversion towards something or someone.
- 2Describe Disillusionment: Use disenchant to describe a gradual loss of admiration or enchantment for something or someone.
- 3Express Disinterest: Use bore to describe a sense of dullness or lack of interest towards something or someone.
Remember this!
The antonyms of bewitch are repel, disenchant, and bore. Use these words to express dislike, describe disillusionment, or express disinterest towards something or someone.
