obeahism

/oʊˈbeɪ.ɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

The practice of obeah, a traditional form of magic and folk healing originating from West Africa, especially in the Caribbean.

“The local community was skeptical about the obeahism that was practiced by the village shaman.”

Synonyms

  • hoodooism
  • voodooism

Antonyms

  • rationalism