Word of the Day 6.25.9

thaumaturgist

thau·ma·turge (thôm-tûrj) also thau·ma·tur·gist (-tûrjst)

n.

A performer of miracles or magic feats.


[Greek thaumatourgos : thauma, thaumat-, wonder + ergon, work; see werg- in Indo-European roots.]

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Noun

1.

thaumaturgist – one who practices magic or sorcery

enchanter – a sorcerer or magician

exorciser, exorcist – someone who practices exorcism

magus – a magician or sorcerer of ancient times

occultist – a believer in occultism; someone versed in the occult arts

sorceress – a woman sorcerer

witch doctor – someone who is believed to heal through magical powers

Based on WordNet 3.0, Farlex clipart collection. © 2003-2008 Princeton University, Farlex Inc.

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