Meaning & Definition of word "Conjure"

Conjure

/ˈkɒn.dʒər/

1. To summon (a spirit or ghost) by invocation or incantation.
- Example: The magician attempted to conjure a spirit from the other side.
2. To create or bring to mind as if by magic.
- Example: The novel conjures a vivid image of life in the 18th century.
3. To call upon (a person) to appear, often through magic or a ceremony.
- Example: The priestess was said to conjure the ancient gods during the ritual.
4. To perform tricks of illusion; to perform as a magician.
- Example: He learned to conjure illusions that amazed the audience.
5. To cause something to happen, often unexpectedly.
- Example: Her words seemed to conjure a sense of nostalgia in everyone present.

From Middle English 'conjuren', from Old French 'conjurer', from Latin 'conjurare', meaning 'to swear together'.

conjure up:

To evoke a memory or image.

conjure a spell:

To perform a ritual to invoke magical effects.

conjure something from thin air:

To create something out of nothing.

magic:

The power of apparently influencing the course of events by using mysterious or supernatural forces.

illusion:

A thing that is or is likely to be wrongly perceived or interpreted.

Meaning: To fabricate a story or idea out of thin air.

Example Sentence: He just conjured that excuse to avoid the meeting.

Meaning: To create an impressive appearance or effect quickly.

Example Sentence: She conjured a party atmosphere with just a few decorations.