hoodoo
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for hoodoo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A folk-magic tradition developed by enslaved and later free African Americans, blending African spiritual practices with other influences.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Believed to be an altered form of "voodoo."
Full origin of hoodoo →Frequently asked questions
What does “hoodoo” mean?
The word “hoodoo” means a folk-magic tradition developed by enslaved and later free African Americans, blending African spiritual practices with other influences. In plain terms, depending on context: a folk-magic tradition, bad luck/a jinx, or a rock spire shaped by erosion.
How do you pronounce “hoodoo”?
“Hoodoo” is pronounced HOO-doo (/ˈhudu/ in IPA).
How do you use “hoodoo” in a sentence?
Here is “hoodoo” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother taught her old hoodoo remedies passed down through the family.”
What part of speech is “hoodoo”?
Depending on how it is used, “hoodoo” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “hoodoo” have?
“Hoodoo” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a folk-magic tradition developed by enslaved and later free African Americans, blending African spiritual practices with other influences.