Occultist: meaning, definitions and examples

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occultist

[ əˈkʌltɪst ]

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belief system

A person who believes in the study of hidden knowledge or supernatural powers beyond the realm of ordinary human understanding.

Synonyms

magician, mystic, sorcerer

Examples of usage

The occultist spent hours delving into ancient texts seeking hidden truths.
She consulted with an occultist to gain insight into her dreams.

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religion

A member of a group or community that practices occultism or esoteric spiritual beliefs.

Synonyms

medium, mystic, seer

Examples of usage

The occultist performed rituals to connect with spiritual entities.
Many occultists believe in the power of divination.

Translations

Translations of the word "occultist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ocultista

🇮🇳 तांत्रिक

🇩🇪 Okkultist

🇮🇩 okultis

🇺🇦 окультист

🇵🇱 okultysta

🇯🇵 オカルト主義者

🇫🇷 occultiste

🇪🇸 ocultista

🇹🇷 okültist

🇰🇷 오컬티스트

🇸🇦 عالم خفي

🇨🇿 okultista

🇸🇰 okultista

🇨🇳 神秘主义者

🇸🇮 okultist

🇮🇸 dulhyggjumaður

🇰🇿 оккультист

🇬🇪 ოკულტისტი

🇦🇿 okkultist

🇲🇽 ocultista

Word origin

The term 'occultist' originated from the Latin word 'occultus,' meaning hidden or secret. It gained popularity in the 19th century with the rise of spiritualism and theosophy. Occultists are often associated with practices such as divination, alchemy, and ritual magic, seeking to uncover hidden knowledge and spiritual truths.