Another word for magic
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Noun
The use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events
See also:An object or power that one uses to cause often evil events
See also:The use of skillful tricks and deceptions to produce entertainingly baffling effects
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Adjective
Having, brought about by, or relating to supernatural powers or magic
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Another word for magic
Modifier
Occult
See also:Mysterious
Noun
The controlling of supernatural powers
See also:An example of magic
Synonym Study
- Witchcraft (of women) and wizardry (of men) imply the possession of supernatural power by compact with evil spirits, witchcraft figuratively suggesting the use of wiles, and wizardry, remarkable skill, cleverness
- Sorcery implies magic in which spells are cast or charms are used, usually for a harmful or sinister purpose
- Magic is the general term for any of the supposed arts of producing marvelous effects by supernatural or occult power and is figuratively applied to any extraordinary, seemingly inexplicable power
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