incantations

noun
UK /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃənz/
US /ˌɪnkænˈteɪʃənz/

Magic words that people say to make something special happen.

The wizard whispered incantations to light the dark cave.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Words spoken as part of a religious ceremony.

The priest recited ancient incantations during the service.

3. A repeated set of words used to create a magical effect.

She learned the incantations from an old book of magic.

4. Formal or repetitive words spoken with strong feeling.

His speech was full of patriotic incantations.