telurgy

/tɛˈlɜrʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

A branch of alchemy concerned with the transformation of base metals into gold and the discovery of the philosopher’s stone

“The alchemist spent years studying telurgy in hopes of finding a way to turn lead into gold.”

Synonyms

  • alchemy
  • transmutation

Antonyms

  • corruption
  • degradation