Synonyms of magic
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Another word for magic is witchcraft. Other synonyms of magic are wizardry, sorcery, witchery, thaumaturgy and spellcasting.
Synonyms and similar words for magic
nounThe application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or...
- dwimmerMagic, magic arts; sorcery; spell; occult art.
- spellcraftMagical practices involving the casting of spells.
- thaumaturgyThe working of miracles, wonderworking; magic, witchcraft, wizardry.
- witchcraftThe practice of witches; magic, sorcery, or the use of supernatural powers to influence or predict events.
- wizardryThe art of a wizard; sorcery.
nounA specific ritual or procedure associated with such magic; a spell; a magical ability.
- cantripA spell or incantation; a trifling magic trick.
- incantationA formula of words used as above.
- charmAn object, act or words believed to have magic power (usually carries a positive connotation).
- conjuration literaryConjuring, legerdemain or magic.
- enchantmentSomething that enchants; a magical spell.
- magic spellWords or a formula with magical powers.
- makutuWitchcraft, black magic; a spell or curse.
- mojoA magic spell or hex.
- obeahA spell performed in the practice of the magic craft; an item associated with such a spell.
- pishogueMagic, witchcraft; a spell, especially one designed to cause or cure illnesses to man or beast, or to increase or...
- runeA verse or song, especially one with mystical or mysterious overtones; a spell or an incantation.
- spellWords or a formula supposed to have magical powers.
- spellwordA word that acts as a magic spell.
- wangaA magic spell or charm.
- chantment archaic, rareEnchantment.
- craft obsoleteOccult art, magic .
- hex rareA spell (now rare but still found in compounds such as hex sign and hexcraft).
nounThe art or practice of performing conjuring tricks and illusions to give the appearance of...
- illusionismThe performance of magic tricks.
- legerdemainSleight of hand; "magic" trickery.
- sleight of handA performance of such a skill.
- conjuringAn act in which something is conjured.
- hocus-pocus USSome action carried out to bring about change as if by magic; a trick; sleight of hand, trickery.
- palmistry
- prestidigitationA performance of or skill in performing magic or conjuring tricks with the hands.
- dweomercraft rareMagic; magical arts; jugglery.
- jugglery archaicWitchcraft, sorcery; magical trickery, legerdemain.
- prestigiation obsoleteLegerdemain; prestidigitation (deception, or juggling).
adjectiveHaving supernatural talents, properties or qualities attributed to magic.
- magicalOf, relating to, or by means of magic.
verbTo produce, transform (something), (as if) by magic.
- conjure up
- magic upTo create something or cause something to come forth, by magic or by some other unexplained means.
nounMore synonyms
- bewitcheryThe power of bewitching or fascinating; charm; witchcraft.
- black arts
- charmwork
- dark arts
- diablerieWitchcraft, sorcery.
- druidcraftThe practice, art, or skill of Druidry, casting spells; sorcery; witchcraft.
- dwimmercraftThe art of illusion; the art of magic; sorcery; magic.
- gypsycraftThe practice(s) of gypsy magic, sorcery, or the use supernatural powers to influence or predict events.
- hexcraftThe practice, art, or skill of casting hexes and spells; sorcery; witchcraft.
- hexereiWitchcraft.
- sorceryMagical power; the use of witchcraft or magic arts.
- sortilegeWitchcraft, magic, especially as a means of making decisions or predictions.
- spellcastingThe casting of magic spells.
- spellwork
- wandworkThe use of a wand (or sometimes a similar instrument or tool, even an extended finger) in practicing magic, casting...
- warlockryWizardry; witchcraft.
- whistness UK, dialectalWitchcraft; supernatural dealings.
- witchdomThe exercise of witchcraft or of supernatural powers; witchery.
- witcheryWitchcraft.
- witchworkWitchcraft.
- wonderworkingThe performance of wonders, marvels, or miracles.
- goety obsoleteWitchcraft, demonic magic, necromancy.
- wizardcraft rareWitchcraft, carried out by a wizard.
Meaning of magic
- noun The application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them.
- noun The supernatural forces which are drawn on in such a ritual.
- noun A specific ritual or procedure associated with such magic; a spell; a magical ability.
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Questions about synonyms of magic
- What is another word for magic?
- Magic has 60 synonyms on Word.ws, such as witchcraft, wizardry, sorcery, witchery, thaumaturgy, spellcasting, spellcraft and diablerie.
- What does magic mean?
- Magic means the application of rituals or actions, especially those based on occult knowledge, to subdue or manipulate natural or supernatural beings and forces in order to have some benefit from them.
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