Spell

Pronunciation: /ˈspɛl/

Spell (noun)

  1. words said to make magic happen.
  2. a short time when something happens.

Examples

  • The wizard cast a spell to make the rain stop.
  • She learned a new spell to turn objects into gold.

Common collocations: cast a spell, magic spell, break a spell, dry spell, cold spell

Spell (verb)

  1. to write or say the letters of a word in the correct order.
  2. to cause something to happen, usually something bad.

Examples

  • Can you spell your name for me?
  • She learned to spell difficult words in school.

Synonyms of Spell

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Spell

  • when referring to speaking words incorrectly
  • when referring to absence of sound or speech