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Definition of sorcery

sorcery

/ˈsɔːr.sər.i/
sor · cer · y
Adverb:sorcerously
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Plural:sorceries
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Adjective:sorcerous
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• noun

1

The use of magic, especially black magic or supernatural power believed to be obtained through evil spirits.

Example

"Ancient folklore is filled with tales of powerful kings who turned to sorcery to defeat their rivals."

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• Nearby Words

sorcerer
sorceress
sorcerous
sorcery
sordid
sordidly
sore

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French 'sorcerie', from 'sorcier' (sorcerer), ultimately tracing back to Latin 'sors' meaning 'lot, fate, or fortune-telling'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sorcery. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sorcery
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