According to various cultural worldviews, witchcraft is the use of supernatural powers, usually to do harm. Someone who practices witchcraft, or is accused of doing so, is called a witch. In medieval and early modern Europe, where the term witchcraft originated, accused witches were usually women.

What does the word witch mean in English?

1 : a person and especially a woman believed to have magic powers. 2 : an ugly or mean old woman.

What is the evil witches name?

Speaking of evil witches, Maleficent is right up there on the list. Considered one of Disney's most iconic villains, Maleficent recently returned to prominence with the 2014 film Maleficent.