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Individuals, often women, believed to practice magic, especially harmful sorcery.
In simple words: People believed to have magical powers, often female.
Witches in a sentence
- The villagers feared the witches who lived on the outskirts.
- In many fairy tales, witches cast spells to help or harm others.
- She dressed as a witch for the Halloween party.
- Historically, many innocent women were accused of being witches.
- The witch brewed a potion with mysterious ingredients.
How to use Witches
Used in folklore and fantasy contexts. Might be considered informal or superstitious in serious discussions.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'witch' sounding like 'which' - imagine asking 'which magical lady?'
Related words
Collocations with Witches
- witch hunt
- wicked witch
- witchcraft
- white witch
- witching hour
Synonyms for Witches
- sorceress
- enchantress
- magician
- spellcaster
- hexe
Common mistakes with Witches
- Confused with 'wizards', which are male magic users.
- Assuming all witches are evil; many stories depict them as good.
- Using the term in a derogatory way, which can offend.
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Frequently asked questions about Witches
What does Witches mean?
People believed to have magical powers, often female.
What is the definition of Witches?
Individuals, often women, believed to practice magic, especially harmful sorcery.
How do you use Witches in a sentence?
The villagers feared the witches who lived on the outskirts.
Can you give another example of Witches?
In many fairy tales, witches cast spells to help or harm others.
What are synonyms for Witches?
Common alternatives include sorceress, enchantress, magician, spellcaster, hexe.
What is the opposite of Witches?
Opposite meanings include angels, heroes.
What words go with Witches?
It commonly pairs with witch hunt, wicked witch, witchcraft, white witch, witching hour.
What are common mistakes when using Witches?
Confused with 'wizards', which are male magic users. Assuming all witches are evil; many stories depict them as good. Using the term in a derogatory way, which can offend.
How do you pronounce Witches?
US: //wɪtʃɪz//, UK: //wɪtʃɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Witches?
Used in folklore and fantasy contexts. Might be considered informal or superstitious in serious discussions.