Definition of THAUMATURGY

thaumaturgy

Meanings

Plural: thaumaturgies

Noun

  • any art that invokes supernatural powers
  • an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
  • The working of miracles, wonderworking; magic, witchcraft, wizardry.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek θαυματουργία (thaumatourgía), from θαῦμα (thaûma, “miracle, wonder”) + ἔργον (érgon, “work”).

Synonyms

conjuration, conjuring trick, deception, illusion, legerdemain, magic, magic trick, trick

Scrabble Score: 20

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Words With Friends Score: 22

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