Synonyms for

Fay

Verb / feɪ / Another word for fay — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fay means to enchant or charm someone or something.

Synonyms & similar words

faerie fairy faery sprite enchant beguile bewitch captivate charm enrapture mesmerize spellbind transfix attract allure entice fascinate grip hold hypnotize interest seduce captivate ravish

Synonyms by register

Formal

supernatural ethereal mythical legendary

Informal

fairy-like magical enchanted

Literary

elfin faerie sprite-like

Antonyms

real mundane ordinary common actual tangible earthly

Common collocations

  • fay creature
  • fay folk
  • fay realm
  • fay magic
  • fay queen
  • fay woods

Word family

noun fae
adjective fay

Usage note

The word 'fay' is primarily used in a literary or archaic context to refer to fairies or supernatural beings. It is less common in modern, everyday English.

Example sentences

  1. The magician used his wand to fay the audience.
  2. The fairy fayed the flowers to bloom.
  3. The enchantress fayed the prince to fall in love with her.
  4. The mermaid fayed the sailors with her haunting melody.
  5. The witch fayed the potion to cure the sick.

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