voodoo
7 synonyms for voodoo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A religion practiced mainly in Haiti and parts of Louisiana, blending West African spiritual traditions with Catholic elements.
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.
How to use voodoo
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
voodoo doll
voodoo economics
practice voodoo
Etymology
Traced back through Haitian Creole and French to a West African language (likely Fon or Ewe), where a related word meant "spirit" or "deity."
Full origin of voodoo →Frequently asked questions
What does “voodoo” mean?
The word “voodoo” means a religion practiced mainly in Haiti and parts of Louisiana, blending West African spiritual traditions with Catholic elements. In plain terms, a West African-rooted religion, or — used loosely and often dismissively — anything that sounds like magic rather than real logic.
How do you pronounce “voodoo”?
“Voodoo” is pronounced VOO-doo (/ˈvudu/ in IPA).
How do you use “voodoo” in a sentence?
Here is “voodoo” used in a sentence: “Her grandmother grew up practicing voodoo in rural Haiti.”
What is another word for “voodoo”?
Words with a similar meaning to “voodoo” include voodooism.
What part of speech is “voodoo”?
“Voodoo” is a noun.
Where does the word “voodoo” come from?
The word “voodoo” comes from French. Traced back through Haitian Creole and French to a West African language (likely Fon or Ewe), where a related word meant "spirit" or "deity.".
Is “voodoo” a common word?
“Voodoo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “voodoo” have?
“Voodoo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a religion practiced mainly in Haiti and parts of Louisiana, blending West African spiritual traditions with Catholic elements.
