illusionist
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for illusionist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A performer who specialises in tricks that appear to defy the laws of reality; a magician.
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
From illusion + -ist.
Full origin of illusionist →Frequently asked questions
What does “illusionist” mean?
The word “illusionist” means a performer who specialises in tricks that appear to defy the laws of reality; a magician. In plain terms, a stage magician who performs illusions.
How do you use “illusionist” in a sentence?
Here is “illusionist” used in a sentence: “The illusionist made the entire car vanish from the stage.”
What part of speech is “illusionist”?
“Illusionist” is a noun.