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Alchemy

Noun / ˈælkʌmi: / Another word for alchemy — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Alchemy is a type of experimental chemistry that was practiced in the Middle Ages. It was sometimes called the 'science of turning lead into gold.'

Synonyms & similar words

interpersonalchemistry chemistry transmutation transformation metamorphosis change conversion transubstantiation transfiguration transmutation alteration modification mutation variation transition transposition transference translation metamorphism therianthropy magism

Synonyms by register

Formal

transmutation metallurgy chemistry pharmacology

Informal

magic witchcraft hocus-pocus trickery

Literary

chrysopoeia metallurgy hermeticism

Antonyms

science chemistry rationality logic realism empiricism

Common collocations

  • ancient alchemy
  • medieval alchemy
  • modern alchemy
  • alchemical process
  • alchemical symbol
  • alchemical text
  • alchemical tradition

Word family

noun alchemy
adjective alchemical

Usage note

While historically referring to a proto-chemical practice, 'alchemy' is now often used metaphorically to describe a seemingly magical or transformative process, especially in fields like business or relationships.

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Example sentences

  1. Alchemy is an ancient and mysterious art that has fascinated people for centuries.
  2. The alchemists of old believed that they could create the philosopher's stone, a magical substance that could transform base metals into gold.
  3. Many modern scientists believe that alchemy was a precursor to modern chemistry.
  4. Some people still practice alchemy today, although it is not considered a legitimate scientific discipline.
  5. The alchemist spent years in his laboratory, trying to find the secret of transmutation.

Quotes

  • Alchemy is the art of transmutation. - Fulcanelli
  • Alchemy is a sort of philosophy, a sort of path or way. - Terence McKenna
  • The alchemist is the personification of all that Gnosticism means aspired to be. - Franz Hartmann

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