occult
word
Definition
Relating to mysterious, supernatural, or magical powers and practices that are hidden from most people.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly formal or academic; often refers to hidden mystical, magical, or supernatural knowledge. Common in phrases like "the occult" (noun), "occult practices", or "occult symbols". Do not confuse with "cult" (religious group).
Spanish: oculto (prácticas místicas)Portuguese (BR): oculto (misticismo)Portuguese (PT): oculto (misticismo)Chinese (Simplified): 神秘学 - 奥秘的Chinese (Traditional): 神秘學 - 奧秘的Hindi: गुप्त (रहस्यमय/जादू संबंधी)Arabic: السِّرِّي (متعلق بالسحر أو الغيب)Bengali: ওকাল্ট - গোপন যাদু - রহস্যবাদRussian: оккультный - оккультизмJapanese: オカルト - 神秘的なVietnamese: huyền bí - thần bí - ma thuật (ẩn giấu)Korean: 오컬트 - 신비주의Turkish: okült - gizemli (doğaüstü)Urdu: اوکلٹ - مخفی جادویIndonesian: okultisme - gaib - ilmu gaib
Example Sentences
Some people are interested in the occult.
basic
He read a book about occult practices.
basic
The symbols on the wall looked very occult.
basic
He claimed that the ritual was part of an ancient occult tradition.
natural
She doesn't believe in the occult, but she finds it fascinating.
natural
There's a whole section about the occult in this museum.
natural