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conjuration

[kon-juh-rey-shuhn]

conjuration Definition

  • 1the act of calling upon or summoning a supernatural spirit by means of magic or incantation
  • 2the act of making something appear or disappear as if by magic
  • 3the act of conspiring or plotting

Using conjuration: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conjuration" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The conjuration of the spirits was a central part of the ritual.

  • Example

    The magician's conjuration made the rabbit disappear.

  • Example

    The conjuration of the conspirators was discovered before they could carry out their plan.

conjuration Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for conjuration

Phrases with conjuration

  • called forth by magical means

    Example

    The demon was summoned by conjuration and wreaked havoc on the town.

  • the performance of a magical spell or incantation

    Example

    The act of conjuration required precise timing and pronunciation.

  • conspiracy and conjuration

    the act of plotting and calling upon supernatural forces to achieve a goal

    Example

    The conspiracy and conjuration of the witches led to the downfall of the kingdom.

Origins of conjuration

from Latin 'conjuratio', meaning 'a swearing together'

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Summary: conjuration in Brief

The term 'conjuration' [kon-juh-rey-shuhn] refers to the act of calling upon supernatural spirits through magic or incantation, making something appear or disappear as if by magic, or conspiring or plotting. Examples include the conjuration of spirits in a ritual, a magician's conjuration of a disappearing rabbit, and the discovery of a group's conjuration of a plot. Formal synonyms include 'incantation' and 'spell.'