What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hexes
Example
The witch hexed the prince, causing him to fall into a deep sleep. [hexed: past tense]
Example
The villagers believed that the old woman had put a hex on their crops, causing them to wither and die. [hex: noun]
bewitch
Example
The sorceress bewitched the young man with her beauty and charm. [bewitched: past tense]
Example
The audience was completely bewitched by the magician's performance. [bewitched: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bewitch is more commonly used than hexes in everyday language. Bewitch is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while hexes is less common and is typically associated with supernatural or magical themes.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hexes and bewitch?
Both hexes and bewitch are typically associated with informal or literary language and may not be appropriate for formal contexts.
