Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

spell

[spel] / spɛl /






VERB
give rest, relief
Synonyms
Antonyms


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

She was a household name even before she reinvented herself as a reality TV star, with a high profile spell on Strictly Come Dancing, known for her forthright views and no-nonsense attitude.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2026

The report comes as a new heatwave is battering Europe this week, following a record-breaking one in June and an unusually early spring hot spell in May.

From Barron's • Jul. 9, 2026

He abruptly ended the first concert on his tour after a ‘dizzy’ spell.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026

The 2026 World Cup's last-32 ties were decided in a busy six-day spell.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

Simon was on his way, and the children had updated their journals with pictures of elephants, orangutans, and some brave attempts to spell “Peloponnesian.”

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




Vocabulary lists containing spell


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "spell" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com