noun Uncommon

sorcery

SAW-suh-ree

Sorcery (noun) means the practice of magic, especially through spells or supernatural power; witchcraft. Example: “Villagers accused the old woman of sorcery.”

noun

The practice of magic, especially through spells or supernatural power; witchcraft.

"Villagers accused the old woman of sorcery."

"The novel is full of sorcery, dragons, and ancient prophecies."

How to Use Sorcery

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMagic, especially of the dark or witchcraft kind.

Common pairings

practice sorcery accused of sorcery dark sorcery

Word Forms

sorceries plural

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Etymology

From Old French sorcerie, ultimately from Latin sors ("fate, lot") — the same root behind "sorcerer."

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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Rhymes for sorcery

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “sorcery” mean?

The word “sorcery” means the practice of magic, especially through spells or supernatural power; witchcraft. In plain terms, magic, especially of the dark or witchcraft kind.

How do you pronounce “sorcery”?

“Sorcery” is pronounced SAW-suh-ree (/ˈsɔɹ.sə.ɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “sorcery” in a sentence?

Here is “sorcery” used in a sentence: “Villagers accused the old woman of sorcery.”

What part of speech is “sorcery”?

“Sorcery” is a noun.

Where does the word “sorcery” come from?

The word “sorcery” comes from Latin. From Old French sorcerie, ultimately from Latin sors ("fate, lot") — the same root behind "sorcerer.".

Is “sorcery” a common word?

“Sorcery” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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