metamagic
/ˌmɛtəˈmæd͡ʒɪk/
metamagic noun: modification of the fundamental attributes of magical spells.
Noun
metamagic (uncountable)
- Modification of the fundamental attributes of magical spells.
- Although the concept of metamagic has existed since the beginning of magical study, it has generally been ignored by most wizards, who have been far more interested in spectacular effects and immediate results.1991, David Cook, Nigel Findley, [et al.], Advanced Dungeons & Dragons 2nd Edition: Tome of Magic, TSR, Inc.
- Spells modified by a metamagic feat use a spell slot higher than normal. This does not change the level of the spell, so the DC for saving throws against it does not go up.2012, Nitehawk Interactive Games, Outcastia Campaign Setting Book I: World Tour, →ISBN, page 183
Origin of metamagic
From meta- + magic.
Questions about metamagic
- What does metamagic mean?
- Metamagic means modification of the fundamental attributes of magical spells.
- What part of speech is metamagic?
- Metamagic is a noun.
- How do you pronounce metamagic?
- Metamagic is pronounced /ˌmɛtəˈmæd͡ʒɪk/.
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