Wizardry

/ˈwɪzərdri/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The art or practice of wizardry; magical power or skill.
The old book was filled with secrets of ancient wizardry.
A particular skill or technique that seems magical or extraordinary.
Her wizardry with numbers made her an exceptional mathematician.
A highly skilled or creative use of technology or methods in a particular field.
The software developer's wizardry transformed the project into a groundbreaking application.
Sorcery or the use of spells.
He was rumored to have engaged in dark wizardry to achieve his goals.

Etymology

Derived from 'wizard' + '-ry', indicating the practice or art of being a wizard.

Common Phrases and Expressions

White wizard
A wizard who embodies good and righteousness.
Dark wizard
A wizard who practices dark magic and is often associated with evil.
Wizard of Oz
A person with great power or influence, often in a theatrical or whimsical sense.

Related Words

wizard
A person with magical powers, often depicted in folklore or fantasy.
sorcerer
A person who claims or is believed to have magic powers.
mage
A magician or wizard, especially in fantasy literature.

Slang Meanings

Superb skills in a non-magical context.
His wizardry with the guitar left everyone speechless.
A term used to describe clever or innovative problem-solving.
She produced a solution to the issue that was pure wizardry.