ensorcells

verb

variants or ensorcels
present tense third-person singular of ensorcell
as in possesses
to cast a spell on a dense, dark forest that is the scene for many a tale in which some unsuspecting traveler is ensorcelled by a witch or wizard

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  1. possesses
  2. spells
  3. strikes
Verb
  • Wolf succumbs to Shura, a demonic force in the game’s mythology that possesses those who give in to bloodlust.
    — Aman Kumar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The observations show the red supergiant has an atmosphere with a temperature of around 3,680 degrees Fahrenheit (2,030 degrees Celsius), but possesses at least two regions even hotter than this.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of possesses
Verb
  • Our guide to Acadia National Park spells it all out and more—and don’t forget your hiking boots!
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The Sofitel brand, after all, spells amenities, loyalty programs, and an international set.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026
Definition of spells
Verb
  • So, in order to make an extreme contact point work, the batter has to be able to discern balls and strikes really well.
    — Eno Sarris, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The virus also causes a rare but fatal neurological condition called subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE), which typically strikes years after a child seemingly recovers from the infection.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of strikes
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“Ensorcells.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ensorcells. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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