enchanting
adjective
en·chant·ing
in-ˈchan-tiŋ 
en-
: powerfully pleasing, appealing, or delightful : charming
enchanting music
an enchanting story
a book with enchanting illustrations
One of the most enchanting museums in London is also one of the world's most important for architectural and design drawings.—
Allison Eckardt Ledes
Allison Eckardt Ledes
enchantingly
adverb
an enchantingly beautiful landscape
A young woman … smiled out at us enchantingly …
—Stephanie Burgis
Stephanie Burgis
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visitors have long found the Highlands of Scotland to be an enchanting place
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The often enchanting but ultimately painful story of these engaging siblings begins in childhood as home movies reveal Nick and Aaron’s undeniable and precocious talent.
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What to See and Do Start in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s lively capital, where cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and colorful buildings create an enchanting old-world atmosphere.
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Alexandra Banner, CNN, 3 Feb. 2025
Bleak though his films may be, talking to Roemer is a consistently enchanting and enlightening experience.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 28 Jan. 2025
The often enchanting but ultimately painful story of these engaging siblings begins in childhood as home movies reveal Nick and Aaron’s undeniable and precocious talent.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 22 Jan. 2025
What to See and Do Start in Ljubljana, Slovenia’s lively capital, where cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and colorful buildings create an enchanting old-world atmosphere.
—Rachael Mendizabal, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Enchanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enchanting. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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