conjure
19 synonyms for conjure, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To perform tricks that appear to be magic.
Synonyms
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Less common
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How to use conjure
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
conjure up
conjure an image
conjure a spell
Etymology
From Old French conjurer, from Latin coniurare, "to swear together, conspire" — from con- + iurare ("to swear an oath").
Full origin of conjure →Frequently asked questions
What does “conjure” mean?
The word “conjure” means to perform tricks that appear to be magic. In plain terms, to magically produce something, or to bring a memory or image to mind, as if by magic.
How do you pronounce “conjure”?
“Conjure” is pronounced KUHN-juh (/ˈkɑn.d͡ʒɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “conjure” in a sentence?
Here is “conjure” used in a sentence: “The street performer conjured a coin from behind the child's ear.”
What part of speech is “conjure”?
“Conjure” is a verb.
Where does the word “conjure” come from?
The word “conjure” comes from Latin. From Old French conjurer, from Latin coniurare, "to swear together, conspire" — from con- + iurare ("to swear an oath").
How many meanings does “conjure” have?
“Conjure” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to perform tricks that appear to be magic.
