magician

noun

ma·​gi·​cian mə-ˈji-shən 

1

: one skilled in magic

especially : sorcerer

2

: one who performs tricks of illusion and sleight of hand

Synonyms

• charmer
• conjurer
• conjuror
• enchanter
• mage
• Magian
• magus
• necromancer
• sorcerer
• voodoo
• voodooist
• witch
• wizard

Examples of magician in a Sentence

The magician pulled a rabbit out of a hat.

She is a magician on the basketball court.

Recent Examples on the Web

This is home base for two nights, with stunning grounds, huge luxury villa-style suites, an amazing pool and spa complex, and wonderful bars and restaurants, complete with strolling tableside magicians that set the mystical mood. —Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025

The magician and mentalist is known for such feats of endurance as burying himself alive for seven days and holding his breath for more than 17 minutes. —Jenelle Riley, Variety, 22 Mar. 2025

Blending magic with travel and cultural exploration, the series pairs Blaine with magicians from around the world. —Dade Hayes, Deadline, 21 Mar. 2025

Enjoy the Easter family fun including children’s craft activity, face painting, balloon artist and magician doing amazing tricks. —Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for magician

• addition
• admission
• ambition
• attrition
• audition
• clinician
• cognition
• coition
• commission
• condition
• contrition
• dentition

Kids Definition

magician

noun

ma·​gi·​cian mə-ˈjish-ən 

1

: a person skilled in magic

especially : sorcerer

2

: a performer of tricks of illusion