alchemist
3 synonyms for alchemist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who practises alchemy, the early forerunner of chemistry that sought to turn base metals into gold.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
fire philosopher
philosopher by fire
philosopher of fire
How to use alchemist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a medieval alchemist
the alchemist's workshop
Etymology
From Old French alquemiste, from Medieval Latin alchemista — built on "alchemy" plus the agent suffix "-ist."
Full origin of alchemist →Frequently asked questions
What does “alchemist” mean?
The word “alchemist” means someone who practises alchemy, the early forerunner of chemistry that sought to turn base metals into gold. In plain terms, a person who practised the old mystical craft of alchemy.
How do you pronounce “alchemist”?
“Alchemist” is pronounced AL-kuh-mihst (/ˈæl.kə.mɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “alchemist” in a sentence?
Here is “alchemist” used in a sentence: “The old alchemist claimed he could turn lead into gold.”
What is another word for “alchemist”?
Words with a similar meaning to “alchemist” include fire philosopher, philosopher by fire and philosopher of fire.
What part of speech is “alchemist”?
“Alchemist” is a noun.
Where does the word “alchemist” come from?
The word “alchemist” comes from Medieval Latin. From Old French alquemiste, from Medieval Latin alchemista — built on "alchemy" plus the agent suffix "-ist.".
