onymancy

/ɒnɪˈmænsi/

Definitions

1. noun

the practice or art of giving names to things, especially magical or fictional entities

“In the fantasy novel, the author’s use of onymancy added depth and complexity to the world-building.”

2. noun

a magical or mystical power to give names to things

“The sorcerer possessed a rare gift of onymancy, allowing him to create powerful magical names.”

Synonyms

  • appellation
  • designation
  • naming

Antonyms

  • anonymity
  • namelessness