the occult

noun

: supernatural powers or practices and the things (such as gods, ghosts, and magic) that are connected with them

He's a student of the occult.

religion, mythology, and the occult

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The appeal of visiting places connected to witchcraft goes beyond just an interest in the occult. —

Jennifer Stavros, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024 Among them is Zamata’s character, a potions witch who runs an organic skincare apothecary of sorts when not dabbling in the occult. —

Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019 But as fear of the occult grips the town of Happy Hollow, the innocent teens become prime suspects, and a powerful force takes root that threatens everyone. —

Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 18 Oct. 2024 Strip away the occult mystery from a vampire’s actions and what you’re left with is something much uglier. —

James Grebey, TIME, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for the occult