Desencanto means "disenchantment" or "disillusionment." It's a strong, evocative word that suggests a loss of illusion or a state of being freed from false beliefs.
In the context of Tim Maia's song, which references the book "Universe in Disenchantment," the word takes on a profound spiritual meaning. It refers to a state of awakening or enlightenment, where one sheds the illusions of the material world to understand a deeper, rational truth. This makes it a central and intriguing word for the song's message.