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numerology

 

[ njuːməˈrɒlədʒi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mystical practice

Numerology is a belief in the mystical significance of numbers and their influence on human life. It involves the study of the symbolic meanings of numbers and their relation to the physical universe. Practitioners of numerology often use numbers derived from a person's name or birth date to gain insights into their personality and destiny. This system is not scientifically validated but has various historical and cultural roots.

Synonyms

number magic, number mysticism, numerical symbolism

Examples of usage

  • Many people consult numerology to find their life path number.
  • She believes that numerology can predict future events.
  • Numerology combines mathematics with spiritual insights.
  • Some use numerology to guide their decisions.

Translations

Translations of the word "numerology" in other languages:

🇵🇹 numerologia

🇮🇳 संख्यात्मकता

🇩🇪 Numerologie

🇮🇩 numerologi

🇺🇦 нумерологія

🇵🇱 numerologia

🇯🇵 数秘術

🇫🇷 numérologie

🇪🇸 numerología

🇹🇷 numeroloji

🇰🇷 수비학

🇸🇦 علم الأعداد

🇨🇿 numerologie

🇸🇰 numerológia

🇨🇳 数字命理

🇸🇮 numerologija

🇮🇸 tölfræði

🇰🇿 нумерология

🇬🇪 ნუმეროლოგია

🇦🇿 numerologiya

🇲🇽 numerología

Etymology

The term 'numerology' is derived from the Latin word 'numerus', meaning 'number', and the Greek word 'logia', meaning 'study of'. The practice of attributing mystical significance to numbers has roots in various ancient cultures, including Babylonian, Egyptian, and Chinese civilizations. The Pythagoreans, an ancient Greek philosophical group, contributed significantly to the development of numerology by linking numbers to certain characteristics and notions of harmony in the universe. While numerology gained popularity in the 19th century with the growth of metaphysical and new age movements, its essence can be traced back to ancient practices and beliefs that sought to understand the universe through numerical relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,752, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.