Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alchemist
Noun
/ˈæl.kə.mɪst/
Definition
A person who practices alchemy, a philosophical and proto-scientific tradition that aims to transform base metals into noble metals and discover the elixir of life.
Examples
- The alchemist worked tirelessly in his laboratory, mixing various substances in hopes of creating gold.
- In many stories, the alchemist is depicted as a wise figure, full of secrets about the nature of matter.
- She aspired to be an alchemist, dreaming of uncovering the mysteries of life and death.
Meaning
Someone who studies and practices the ancient art of transforming materials and searching for a universal remedy for all ailments.
Synonyms
- Hermeticist
- Magician
- Philosopher