Synonyms for

Potion

Verb / ˈpəʊʃʌn / Another word for potion — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a liquid or mixture, especially one used as poison, medicine, or magic

Synonyms & similar words

elixir brew concoction medicine tonic serum solution draft dose remedy philter charm enchantment spell incantation witchcraft sorcery magic wizardry voodoo

Synonyms by register

Formal

elixir concoction preparation

Informal

brew goop stuff

Literary

draught philtre

Antonyms

solid food poison antidote cure remedy

Common collocations

  • magic potion
  • love potion
  • healing potion
  • sleeping potion
  • drink the potion
  • brew a potion
  • powerful potion

Word family

noun potion

Usage note

A potion typically refers to a magical or medicinal liquid, often associated with fantasy or folklore. It is rarely used for everyday beverages.

Example sentences

  1. The witch brewed a potion to cast a spell on the prince.
  2. The doctor mixed a potion to help the patient sleep.
  3. The adventurer drank a potion to gain strength and bravery.
  4. The poisoner added a potion to the victim's drink.
  5. The alchemist made a potion that could turn metal into gold.

Quotes

  • 'You need a potion,' said Hermione, seizing the teapot from Ron.
  • 'I think we better slip him a potion, Ron,' said Hermione.
  • 'I've been thinking about that all day,' said Ron. 'If you can make a Patronus, it must be the only spell you really need.' He was quite wrong, of course. 'It's not a question of how to,' said Harry, 'it's a question of feeling. Your father had that when he needed it…'

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