esoteric

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or being knowledge that is secret or not commonly known.

• adjective

  Of or relating to esoteric writing, art, or teachings.

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Pronunciation

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2. /ˌɛs.oʊˈtɛɹ.ɪk/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

exoteric

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Synonyms

secretive , cerebral , arcane , recondite

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with esoteric
relic , specific , elicit , anemic , hypnotic

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Variants

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esoteric , esoterically

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Etymology

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From Greek esōterikos, from esōteros 'inner' + -ikos 'pertaining to'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'esoteric' was first used in English in the 16th century.

2. Esoteric knowledge was believed to be passed down from generation to generation in some ancient cultures, such as the Greeks and the Egyptians.

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Related Concepts

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1. mystery: Relates to the unknown or hidden, often with a sense of intrigue or fascination.

2. occult: Relating to or dealing with the supernatural or the hidden and secret.

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Quotes

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1. A kahuna is a master of Hawaiian "esoteric" practices. Recently, Mariko Gordon and Hugh Cosman engaged a kahuna to bless their house.  …

   - Alec Wilkinson,{it}New Yorker{/it},7 Oct. 2002

2. There was a new mall, an excellent bookstore with "esoteric" literary and policy journals, some restaurants with cosmopolitan menus, and engaging real estate advertisements.

   - Robert D. Kaplan,{it}An Empire Wilderness{/it},1988

3. … he listens to a group of Malaysians playing reedy, plangent music on some "esoteric" kind of wind instrument.

   - Penelope Lively,{it}City of the Mind{/it},1991

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Culture

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The term 'esoteric' has been used in various cultural and historical contexts, including alchemy, mysticism, and occultism. In literature, it has been used to describe hidden meanings or symbolism in works of art and literature. In music, it can refer to complex or obscure musical compositions.

How to Memorize "esoteric"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a secret or hidden knowledge, such as a hidden message or a locked door. Imagine unlocking the door and discovering the hidden knowledge within.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'esoteric' with the concept of hidden or secret knowledge. Try to remember the definition and think of examples of esoteric knowledge or teachings.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device to help remember the definition of 'esoteric'. For example, you could remember it as 'E' for 'esoteric' stands for 'extra Ordinary Theories Of Really Intense Concepts'.

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