occult

🇬🇧 UK/ә'kʌlt/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

Supernatural beliefs and practices, such as magic, astrology, and mysticism

神秘学,超自然现象,玄学

v.

To hide or conceal from view

遮蔽,隐藏

adj.

Relating to supernatural or mystical beliefs; secret or hidden from ordinary knowledge

神秘的,超自然的,隐秘的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ocagainst, toward
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cultstem
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Common Collocations

  • 1.occult knowledge神秘学知识
  • 2.occult practices神秘学实践
  • 3.occult studies神秘学研究

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The occult practices of ancient civilizations fascinate modern scholars.

  • 2.

    The book reveals occult knowledge about hidden spiritual forces.

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