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magic

/ˈmadʒɪk/
Meanings
  • noun

    The power of creating things or events through supernatural means.

  • noun

    An illusion that deceives the senses or mind.

Pronunciation
  1. /ˈmædʒɪk/



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Synonyms

charmwork , conjuring , dweomercraft , dwimmer , dwimmercraft , enchantment , hexcraft , sorcery , spellcasting , spellcraft , spellwork , thaumaturgy , wandwork , warlockry , witchcraft , wizardcraft , wizardry , dwimmer , illusionism , legerdemain , sleight of hand , conjure up , magic up , magical
Rhymes
Words rhyming with magic
baggage , vagabondage , sagacity , fagot , ragtime , bagatelle , dramatics , chrysanthemum , campanile
Homonyms
Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

  1. Magic (es) : large size

  2. Magic (fr) : trick

Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. magic lantern

  2. magician

  3. magnetic

  4. magnetism

Variants
List of all variants of magic that leads to same result
magic , magics , magicked , magicking , magic bullet , magic bullets , magic lantern , magic lanterns , Magic Marker , Magic Markers , magic mushroom , magic realism , magic realisms , magic realist , magical realism , magic square , magic squares , magic carpet
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

magic trick, magic act, magic spell, magic potion, magic wand

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The English word 'magic' comes from the Old English word 'magic' or 'magn' meaning 'great' or 'power'. It is related to the Latin word 'magia' and the Greek word 'mageia', both meaning 'magic' or 'witchcraft'.

Trivia
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  1. Magic was an important part of ancient Egyptian religion and culture.

  2. The first recorded use of the word 'magic' in English was in the 15th century.

  3. Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, the first book in the Harry Potter series, was published on June 26, 1997.

  4. The word 'abracadabra' is often used in magic tricks, but its origin and meaning are unclear.

  5. Magic squares have been studied for over 2,000 years and are used in various mathematical and magical contexts.

Related Concepts
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  1. Illusion: An illusion is a false perception or impression created through the use of magic or other means.

  2. Sorcery: Sorcery is a form of magic that involves the use of supernatural powers or forces to influence the natural world.

  3. Witchcraft: Witchcraft is a form of magic that involves the use of spells, charms, and other supernatural means to influence the natural world or to harm others.

Culture
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Magic has been a significant part of human culture for thousands of years. It has been practiced in various forms, including religion, science, art, and entertainment. In many cultures, magic is believed to have the power to influence the natural world, heal the sick, predict the future, and protect against evil. In literature, magic has been a popular theme in stories and myths, from the ancient Greek and Roman myths to modern fantasy novels. In art, magic has been depicted in paintings, sculptures, and other forms of visual art. In music, magic has been the subject of songs and compositions, from classical music to popular music.

How to Memorize "magic"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a wand, a hat, and a rabbit. Visualize the wand waving over the hat, making it disappear and reappear with the rabbit inside.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'magic' with the word 'wonder'. Think of magic as something that creates a sense of wonder and amazement.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym MAGIC: Meaningful, Aid, Groups, Imagery, and Connection to help remember the definitions of magic.

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