Necromancy

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈnɛkrəˌmænsi/

Definitions of necromancy

noun the supposed practice of communicating with the dead, especially in order to predict the future

Example Sentences

A1 Some people believe that necromancy is the practice of communicating with the dead.

A2 In ancient times, necromancy was often used to try to predict the future.

B1 The use of necromancy in literature often adds an element of mystery and intrigue.

B2 There are many stories in folklore about necromancers who could raise the dead.

C1 Necromancy has been a topic of debate among scholars and historians for centuries.

C2 The practice of necromancy is often associated with dark magic and forbidden knowledge.

Examples of necromancy in a Sentence

formal The practice of necromancy is often associated with communicating with the spirits of the deceased.

informal Some people believe that necromancy can bring back the dead.

slang I heard she's into some dark stuff, like necromancy or something.

figurative His ability to revive old traditions is like a form of cultural necromancy.

Grammatical Forms of necromancy

past tense

necromanced

plural

necromancies

comparative

more necromantic

superlative

most necromantic

present tense

necromances

future tense

will necromance

perfect tense

has necromanced

continuous tense

is necromancing

singular

necromancy

positive degree

necromantic

infinitive

to necromance

gerund

necromancing

participle

necromancing

Origin and Evolution of necromancy

First Known Use: 1300 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'necromancy' originates from the Greek words 'nekros' meaning dead and 'manteia' meaning divination.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the practice of communicating with the dead for divination or prophecy, the term 'necromancy' has evolved to encompass a broader range of dark magic and sorcery in modern usage.