Definitions

1. noun

the use of magic or supernatural powers, especially for evil or selfish purposes

“The villagers suspected the young woman of practicing dark sorcery in the abandoned house.”

2. noun

a magical or supernatural power, especially in fantasy or fiction

“In the fantasy novel, the sorcery of the wizard was powerful enough to defeat the dragon.”

3. noun

the practice of using magic or supernatural powers for good or beneficial purposes

“The village elder possessed sorcery that could heal the sick and bring fertility to the land.”

4. verb

to use magic or supernatural powers, especially for evil or selfish purposes

“The wicked sorcerer was said to have sorceried the king’s daughter into a trance.”