noun / adjective
magic
MAJ-ik/ˈmædʒɪk/
The production of effects that appear beyond natural possibility.
The sorceress uses magic to make a stone float.
Etymology
Greek magos named a member of a learned priestly class. The related adjective “magical” became a name for supernatural arts, including influencing events and controlling spiritual beings.
In context
casting a spell to ban magic in this area. Suddenly! boom! A crack appeared in space between Qin Feng and the God of Magic
More examples
- In the story, a magic ring makes its wearer invisible.
- She practices magic with a deck of cards.
- The children watch a magic show at the library.
Forms
magic
magical adjective — Having or involving seemingly supernatural powers.
magician noun — A person who performs seemingly impossible tricks.
Similar words
- sorcery
- Specifically supernatural practices, often involving spells or spirits.
- enchantment
- Emphasizes the influence of a spell rather than tricks.
- illusion
- An effect that deceives perception, not a supernatural power.