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əˈkʌl tɪz əmoc·cultism

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. occultismnoun

    the study of the supernatural

  2. occultismnoun

    a belief in supernatural powers and the possibility of bringing them under human control

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  1. Occultismnoun

    Belief in occult powers or in supernatural forces other than the God of traditional religions, such as in magic, necromancy, alchemy, and astrology.

  2. Occultismnoun

    The study and alleged use of supernatural agencies as in magic, astrology, witchcraft, alchemy, necromancy, spiritualism (communication with the dead), and fortune-telling.

Wiktionary

  1. occultismnoun

    The study of the supernatural

  2. occultismnoun

    A belief in occult powers and the hope of controlling them

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  1. occultism

    Occultism refers to the study of or belief in the action or influence of supernatural or supernormal powers, as well as the knowledge of and study of these mysterious or hidden phenomena. This could include magic, alchemy, astrology, spiritualism, and divination. Occultism often involves the exploration of religious, philosophical, and spiritual beliefs that are outside of mainstream theology. The term is derived from the Latin word "occultus" meaning secret or hidden.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of occultism in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of occultism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

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