Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
elix
noun
/ˈɛlɪks/
Definition
A substance that is believed to have the ability to transform something into a better state or to cure ailments.
Examples
- The ancient alchemists sought an elix to turn lead into gold.
- Many cultures have myths about a magical elix that grants eternal life.
- She claimed that the herbal elix she made would cure all kinds of ailments.
Meaning
The term ‘elix’ is often used in the context of an elixir, which is a liquid solution that is medicinal in nature and sometimes thought to grant the ability to achieve immortality or ultimate wisdom.
Synonyms
- elixir
- potion
- tonic
- solution
