wizardry

noun

wiz·​ard·​ry ˈwi-zər-drē 

ˈwi-zə-drē

plural wizardries

1

: the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery

2

a

: a seemingly magical transforming power or influence

electronic wizardry

b

: great skill or cleverness in an activity

showed real wizardry in legal maneuvering

Synonyms of wizardry

• sorcery
• witchcraft
• magic

Examples of wizardry in a Sentence

The Lord of the Rings is a story of monsters, heroes, and wizardry.

the wizardry of modern technology

Recent Examples on the Web

Doncic showcased his offensive wizardry, joining Kobe Bryant, Elgin Baylor and Jerry West as the only players in Lakers history to record at least 40 points in a season 10 times. —Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 7 Mar. 2026

His wizardry was displayed Sunday in fastidious massaging of volumes, sonorities and interplays, always with an undercurrent of urgency. —Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 3 Mar. 2026

Legendary status was initially bestowed on Dalglish in recognition of his wizardry with a ball at his feet. —James Pearce, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026

Alcaraz needed to pull out some of his usual wizardry to beat Djokovic. —Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 1 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1583, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

wizardry

noun

wiz·​ard·​ry ˈwiz-ə(r)-drē 

plural wizardries

1

: the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery

2

a

: a seemingly magical power or influence

the wizardry of modern computers

b

: extraordinary skill or ability

athletic wizardry