Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conjuration
noun
/ˌkɒn.dʒʊˈreɪ.ʃən/
Definition
The act of calling upon a spirit or deity; invoking something into existence through supernatural means.
Examples
- The magician’s conjuration left the audience in awe as he produced a rabbit from thin air.
- During the séance, the medium performed a conjuration to call upon the spirits of the departed.
- In ancient texts, conjuration was often seen as a way to communicate with the gods.
Meaning
Conjuration refers to the process of summoning a spirit, often through magic or ritual. It can also mean a spell or incantation designed to invoke supernatural forces.
Synonyms
- Invocation
- Summoning
- Spell
- Incantation