Sorcery
/ˈsɔː.sər.i/noun
The use of magical powers, especially for evil purposes.
Did you know?The term 'sorcery' is derived from the Latin 'sors', meaning 'fate' or 'lot', connecting it deeply with the ancient belief in magic as a means to control destiny.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*ser-
“to bind or to join, often in a mystical or magical context.”
Latin
Latin
sors
“fate or lot, a term often associated with divination and magical casting.”
Old French
Old French
sorcerie
“the art of sorcery or witchcraft, linked to enchantments and spells.”
Middle English
Middle English
sorcerie
“the practice of magical arts, often viewed with suspicion and fear.”
Modern English
English
sorcery
“the act of using supernatural powers for evil or malicious purposes.”
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