Thaumaturgy

Pronunciation: /ˈθɔːməˌtɜːrdʒi/

Definitions of thaumaturgy

noun the performance of miracles or magic

Example Sentences

A1 I heard about thaumaturgy in a fairy tale.

A2 The magician amazed the audience with his thaumaturgy tricks.

B1 The book explained the history and practice of thaumaturgy.

B2 Many ancient cultures believed in the power of thaumaturgy.

C1 The study of thaumaturgy involves understanding mystical energies and forces.

C2 Some scholars debate the ethical implications of using thaumaturgy in modern society.

Examples of thaumaturgy in a Sentence

formal The study of thaumaturgy involves the exploration of supernatural powers and miracles.

informal I heard that guy practices thaumaturgy, whatever that means.

slang Some people believe in thaumaturgy, but I think it's just a bunch of hocus pocus.

figurative Her ability to calm the room with her presence was like a form of thaumaturgy.

Grammatical Forms of thaumaturgy

• past tense: thaumaturgied
• plural: thaumaturgies
• comparative: more thaumaturgic
• superlative: most thaumaturgic
• present tense: thaumaturgies
• future tense: will thaumaturgy
• perfect tense: have thaumaturgied
• continuous tense: is thaumaturgy
• singular: thaumaturgy
• positive degree: thaumaturgy
• infinitive: to thaumaturgy
• gerund: thaumaturgying
• participle: thaumaturging

Origin and Evolution of thaumaturgy

First Known Use: 1656 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'thaumaturgy' originated from the Greek words 'thaûma' meaning miracle and 'ergon' meaning work.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the performance of miracles or magic, the term 'thaumaturgy' has evolved to also encompass the practice of using supernatural powers for various purposes.