Occult: meaning, definitions and examples

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occult

 

[ ษ™หˆkสŒlt ]

Noun / Adjective
Context #1 | Noun

study of hidden knowledge

The occult refers to the study of hidden knowledge and practices that are beyond the realm of ordinary human understanding. It often involves spiritual and mystical beliefs, as well as the exploration of supernatural phenomena.

Synonyms

esoteric, mystical, supernatural

Examples of usage

  • The occult has been a subject of fascination for centuries.
  • Many ancient civilizations had their own beliefs and practices related to the occult.
Context #2 | Adjective

hidden or secret

Something that is occult is hidden or secret, not easily understood or known by others. It can also refer to mystical or supernatural qualities.

Synonyms

hidden, mysterious, secret

Examples of usage

  • She had an occult knowledge of ancient rituals.
  • The book contained occult symbols and cryptic messages.

Translations

Translations of the word "occult" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น oculto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅเคชเฅเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช okkult

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gaib

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะบัƒะปัŒั‚ะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ okultystyczny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ชใ‚ซใƒซใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท occulte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ oculto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gizli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜ค์ปฌํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุงู…ุถ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ okultnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ okultnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฅž็ง˜็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ okulten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dularfullur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะฟะธั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ™แƒฃแƒšแƒขแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gizli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ oculto

Etymology

The word 'occult' comes from the Latin word 'occultus', meaning 'hidden' or 'secret'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, often associated with mystical or supernatural beliefs. The study of the occult has been a topic of interest for philosophers, mystics, and scholars for centuries.

See also: cult, cultivate, culture, cultured, enculturation.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,080, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.