noun
wizardry
WIHZD-ree
Wizardry (noun) means the practice of magic; sorcery. Example: “The old texts described spells and wizardry passed down for centuries.”
noun
1
The practice of magic; sorcery.
"The old texts described spells and wizardry passed down for centuries."
2
Impressively clever or advanced work that seems almost magical.
"The special effects in the film were pure technical wizardry."
"It took some financial wizardry to make the numbers balance."
How to use wizardry
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMagic itself, or — more commonly today — dazzling skill that looks like magic.
Common pairings
technical wizardry
pure wizardry
a feat of wizardry
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Word forms
- Plural
- wizardries
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Etymology
Formed from wizard plus the suffix -ry, the same pattern seen in words like "rivalry" or "revelry".
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “wizardry” mean?
The word “wizardry” means the practice of magic; sorcery. In plain terms, magic itself, or — more commonly today — dazzling skill that looks like magic.
How do you pronounce “wizardry”?
“Wizardry” is pronounced WIHZD-ree (/ˈwɪzɚdɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “wizardry” in a sentence?
Here is “wizardry” used in a sentence: “The old texts described spells and wizardry passed down for centuries.”
What part of speech is “wizardry”?
“Wizardry” is a noun.
How many meanings does “wizardry” have?
“Wizardry” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the practice of magic; sorcery.
