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- US Pronunciation
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- [thee-ur-jee]
- /ˈθi ɜr dʒi/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [thee-ur-jee]
- /ˈθi ɜr dʒi/
Definitions of theurgist word
- noun plural theurgist a system of beneficent magic practiced by the Egyptian Platonists and others. 1
- noun plural theurgist the working of a divine or supernatural agency in human affairs. 1
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Origin of theurgist
First appearance:
before 1560 One of the 32% oldest English words
1560-70; < Late Latin theūrgia < Greek theourgeía magic. See the-, -urgy
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Parts of speech for Theurgist
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theurgist popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 74% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
theurgist usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for theurgist
noun theurgist
- diabolist — Theology. action aided or caused by the devil; sorcery; witchcraft. the character or condition of a devil. a doctrine concerning devils. a belief in or worship of devils.
- illusionist — a conjurer or magician who creates illusions, as by sleight of hand.
- magician — an entertainer who is skilled in producing illusion by sleight of hand, deceptive devices, etc.; conjurer.
- necromancer — a method of divination through alleged communication with the dead; black art.
- exorciser — One who performs an exorcism.
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