Arcane

Pronunciation: /ɑrˈkeɪn/

Definitions of arcane

adjective understood by few; mysterious or secret

Example Sentences

A1 The magician performed a trick using arcane symbols.

A2 The old book contained arcane knowledge that few could understand.

B1 The professor's lectures were filled with arcane theories that challenged the students.

B2 The scientist's research delved into the arcane mysteries of the universe.

C1 The historian specialized in studying arcane texts from ancient civilizations.

C2 The secret society guarded its arcane rituals and practices closely.

Examples of arcane in a Sentence

formal The magician demonstrated his mastery of arcane spells during the show.

informal I don't understand all this talk about arcane magic stuff.

slang That book is full of arcane knowledge that only a few can decipher.

figurative The company's financial dealings were so arcane that even the experts were puzzled.

Grammatical Forms of arcane

• past tense: arcaned
• plural: arcanes
• comparative: more arcane
• superlative: most arcane
• present tense: arcane
• future tense: will arcane
• perfect tense: have arcaned
• continuous tense: is arcaning
• singular: arcane
• positive degree: arcane
• infinitive: to arcane
• gerund: arcaning
• participle: arcaning

Origin and Evolution of arcane

First Known Use: 1542 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'arcane' originated from the Latin word 'arcanus', meaning secret or hidden.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'arcane' has retained its original meaning of something mysterious or secretive, but has also come to be associated with esoteric knowledge or practices.