Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

incant

verb
/ˈɪn.kænt/
Definition
To chant or recite words with a magical or mystical significance.
Examples
  • She began to incant a spell to bring good fortune.
  • The ancient priest would incant the sacred words during the ceremony.
Meaning
The act of using spoken words in a ritualistic manner to invoke a spell or influence events.
Synonyms
  • chant
  • invoke
  • recite
  • spell