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