conjuration

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
  2. noun calling up a spirit or devil
  3. noun an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers

Etymology

From Middle English conjuracioun, from Middle French conjuration, from Old French conjuracion, from Latin coniuratio (“a swearing together, a conspiracy”).

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Synonyms

incantation

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