Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [nek-ruh-man-see]
- /ˈnɛk rəˌmæn si/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [nek-ruh-man-see]
- /ˈnɛk rəˌmæn si/
Definitions of necromantic word
- noun necromantic a method of divination through alleged communication with the dead; black art. 1
- noun necromantic magic in general, especially that practiced by a witch or sorcerer; sorcery; witchcraft; conjuration. 1
- noun necromantic Of or referring to necromancy: the resurrection of or communication with the dead, especially through the use of black magic. 1
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Origin of necromantic
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; necro- + -mancy; replacing Middle English nigromancie < Medieval Latin nigromantīa for Late Latin necromantīa < Greek nekromanteía; by folk etymology nigro- (combining form of Latin niger black) was substituted in ML for original necro-
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Parts of speech for Necromantic
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
necromantic popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 48% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
necromantic usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for necromantic
adj necromantic
- bewitched — to affect by witchcraft or magic; cast a spell over.
- charismatic — A charismatic person attracts, influences, and inspires people by their personal qualities.
- clairvoyant — Someone who is believed to be clairvoyant is believed to know about future events or to be able to communicate with dead people.
- diabolic — Diabolic is used to describe things that people think are caused by or belong to the Devil.
- eerie — uncanny, so as to inspire superstitious fear; weird: an eerie midnight howl.
adjective necromantic
- bewitching — enchanting; charming; fascinating.
- charming — If you say that something is charming, you mean that it is very pleasant or attractive.
- enchanted — Simple past tense and past participle of enchant.
- enchanting — Delightfully charming or attractive.
- ensorcelled — Simple past tense and past participle of ensorcell.
Antonyms for necromantic
adj necromantic
- unmoving — not moving; still; motionless.
- normal — conforming to the standard or the common type; usual; not abnormal; regular; natural.
- known — past participle of know1 .
- obvious — easily seen, recognized, or understood; open to view or knowledge; evident: an obvious advantage.
- intelligible — capable of being understood; comprehensible; clear: an intelligible response.
adjective necromantic
- evident — Plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood.
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