occultism
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oc·cult·ism
(ə-kŭl′tĭz′əm, ŏk′ŭl-)n.
The belief in and study of hidden supernatural powers, especially with the aim of bringing them under human control.
oc·cult′ist n.
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occultism
(ˈɒkʌlˌtɪzəm)n
(Alternative Belief Systems) belief in and the study and practice of magic, astrology, etc
ˈoccultist n, adj
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oc•cult•ism
(əˈkʌl tɪz əm)n.
1. belief in the existence of secret, mysterious, or supernatural agencies.
2. the study or practice of occult arts.
[1880–85]
oc•cult′ist, n., adj.
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occultism
a belief that certain secret, mysterious, or supernatural agencies exist and that human beings may communicate with them or have their assistance. — occultist, n., adj.
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Noun | 1. | occultism - the study of the supernatural discipline, field of study, subject area, subject field, bailiwick, subject, field, study - a branch of knowledge; "in what discipline is his doctorate?"; "teachers should be well trained in their subject"; "anthropology is the study of human beings" |
2. | occultism - a belief in supernatural powers and the possibility of bringing them under human control supernaturalism - a belief in forces beyond ordinary human understanding |
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occultism
noun black magic, magic, witchcraft, wizardry, sorcery, the black arts, necromancy, diabolism, theurgy, supernaturalism the revival of interest in occultism and practical magic
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okultizam
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occultism
n → Okkultismus m
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