The study of or belief in supernatural or magical powers, practices, or phenomena.
occult+ism
Shared component: occult · hidden
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Related forms: occult · 3 words in this dictionary
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Shared components, not spelling prefixesA person who believes in or practices magic, alchemy, astrology, or other esoteric arts.
occult+ist
Shared component: occult · hidden
occultationExtended relation
the action of hiding or concealing something, especially a celestial body by another passing in front of it.
occult+ation
Extended relation: occult · hidden