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- [sawr-suh-ree]
- /ˈsɔr sə ri/
- /ˈsɔː.sər.i/
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- [sawr-suh-ree]
- /ˈsɔr sə ri/
Definitions of sorcery word
- noun plural sorcery the art, practices, or spells of a person who is supposed to exercise supernatural powers through the aid of evil spirits; black magic; witchery. 1
- noun sorcery witchcraft 1
- uncountable noun sorcery Sorcery is magic performed by using the power of evil spirits. 0
- noun sorcery the art, practices, or spells of magic, esp black magic, by which it is sought to harness occult forces or evil spirits in order to produce preternatural effects in the world 0
- noun sorcery in the belief of some, the use of an evil supernatural power over people and their affairs; black magic 0
- noun sorcery seemingly magical power, influence, or charm 0
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Origin of sorcery
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English sorcerie < Medieval Latin sorceria. See sorcerer, -y3
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Parts of speech for Sorcery
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sorcery popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 90% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for sorcery
noun sorcery
- alchemy — Alchemy was a form of chemistry studied in the Middle Ages, which was concerned with trying to discover ways to change ordinary metals into gold.
- bewitchment — the state of being bewitched
- black art — black magic
- black magic — magic used for evil purposes by invoking the power of the devil
- charm — Charm is the quality of being pleasant or attractive.
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