Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

arcane knowledge

noun

/ɑːrˈkeɪn ˈnɒlɪdʒ/

Definition

Specialized knowledge that is mysterious or known only to a select group of people.

Examples

The scholar spent years studying ancient texts to uncover the arcane knowledge of the lost civilization.
Only those who are initiated into the secret society are privy to its arcane knowledge.
His arcane knowledge of the arcane arts made him a respected figure in the community.

Meaning

Arcane knowledge refers to information that is obscure and often difficult to understand, typically requiring specific experience or training to grasp its full significance.