Witchy

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪtʃi/

Definitions of witchy

adjective relating to or characteristic of a witch; suggesting or resembling a witch in appearance or behavior

Example Sentences

A1 The witchy costume was perfect for Halloween.

A2 She had a witchy cackle that sent shivers down my spine.

B1 The old house had a witchy vibe to it, with its dark corners and creaky floors.

B2 The witchy atmosphere of the forest made it feel like we were in a fairy tale.

C1 The witchy rituals performed by the coven were both fascinating and eerie.

C2 Her witchy powers were legendary, rumored to be able to control the elements themselves.

Examples of witchy in a Sentence

formal The old woman was rumored to be a witchy figure in the village.

informal I love your witchy style with all the black clothing and dark makeup.

slang That party was so witchy, everyone was casting spells and wearing pointy hats.

figurative Her intuition was so strong, it was almost witchy in nature.

Grammatical Forms of witchy

• past tense: witched
• plural: witchies
• comparative: witchier
• superlative: witchiest
• present tense: witch
• future tense: will witch
• perfect tense: have witched
• continuous tense: is witching
• singular: witchy
• positive degree: witchy
• infinitive: to witch
• gerund: witching
• participle: witched

Origin and Evolution of witchy

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'witchy' is derived from the Old English word 'wicce', which referred to a female sorceress or enchantress.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'witchy' has evolved to describe something that is suggestive of or characteristic of a witch, often used to describe a person or their behavior as mysterious, supernatural, or possessing magical qualities.