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Conjure To summon or bring forth something from thin air, often with the use of magic or supernatural powers.  ■ "I conjured up a whole bag of chips with just a snap of my fingers! Magic is real, guys!"

curse An unpleasant or unwanted situation, often involving a supernatural element. Also used as an insult or curse word.  ■ She was cursed with bad luck for the rest of her life after she accidentally broke her friend's favorite vase.

demonology The study of demons, or the belief in and worship of such supernatural beings.  ■ "I can't believe I fell for that old demonology scam. I was convinced it would give me superpowers!

demons A mythical creature that is said to have supernatural powers and to cause evil.  ■ Did you hear about the demon that possessed my computer? It was all over social media!

eerie An eerie feeling of unease or discomfort, often associated with a supernatural or mysterious atmosphere.  ■ The old abandoned mansion gave her an eerie feeling as she stepped inside, like something was watching her every move.

folklore A collection of stories and beliefs passed down through generations, often involving supernatural elements.  ■ She tried to scare her friend with some old folklore about ghosts, but it just made them both laugh.

jinx A magical or supernatural power that brings bad luck, especially to someone who has unwittingly invoked it.  ■ "Every time I mention the name 'Bugs Bunny,' my car breaks down. It's like I've jinxed myself!

marvelous Something that is so impressive or amazing that it seems almost magical or supernatural.  ■ "That was a marvelous feat of strength!" exclaimed the impressed onlooker as he watched the strongman lift the heavy weight with ease.

Mortals A human being who is not a god or other supernatural entity.  ■ "I can't believe I just ate a whole pizza and still have room for dessert! What am I, a mortal or something?"

occult Something that is beyond human understanding or knowledge, often related to magic, mysticism, and the supernatural.  ■ "I'm sorry I can't explain how I did that, it's just occult knowledge."

Omnipotent Having the power or ability to do anything, especially by using magic or supernatural means.  ■ She was so omnipotent that she could turn invisible at will and conjure up a rainbow just for fun.

oracle An ancient person who was believed to have supernatural powers and could predict the future.  ■ Why did the oracle cross the road? To get to the other side!

psychically In an eerie, supernatural way that only a trained psychic can sense.  ■ "I'm not a psychic, but I knew it was going to rain today because I felt it in my bones."

smite A swift and powerful blow, often inflicted by a divine being or supernatural entity.  ■ "The lightning smote the tree with a mighty crack, leaving it split in two pieces."

Spectral adjective - relating to ghosts or other supernatural entities, often appearing as an apparition  ■ After the party ended, I couldn't shake the feeling that I was being watched by a spectral figure in the corner of the room.

spooks To make someone feel scared or frightened, typically by supernatural means.  ■ The ghostly figure in the corner of the room spooked everyone when it suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

Atmosphere The air or space immediately surrounding a particular object, person, or area.  ■ She left her laptop on and the atmosphere in the room became charged with electricity., A particular emotional or intellectual climate or environment.  ■ The atmosphere at the concert was electric with anticipation as the band took the stage., A mystical or magical quality that pervades a place or object, often associated with the supernatural.  ■ The atmosphere of the old mansion was thick with mystery and intrigue as visitors explored its dark and dusty corridors.

believers A person who holds a particular belief, especially a religious one. They are also known as "true believers".  ■ "I'm not a believer in ghosts," said John, but his friends were convinced that he was just trying to cover up his fear of the supernatural.

exorcise A ritual in which a demon or evil spirit is driven out of a person's body by means of prayer, chanting, and other supernatural methods.  ■ "I need to exorcise my demons after that argument with my sister," said the overwhelmed young woman.

ghost1 A supernatural being that appears to people as a white, translucent figure with a pale face and long hair. They are often seen lurking in the shadows or floating in the air.  ■ "I was walking home from work when I saw a ghost sitting on a park bench. It was so funny that I couldn't help but take a picture!

ghost2 A supernatural being that is said to appear to people, often as a way of warning them of danger or impending doom.  ■ "Watch your back!" I heard my friend say before he disappeared, leaving behind only the ghost of his laughter.

god The being at the center of worship, reverence, and devotion. Often portrayed with supernatural powers and a long white beard.  ■ "I told the universe that I was tired of its endless cycles of birth and death, but God just laughed and said 'My dear child, if you want to change the world, you first need to change yourself.'

haunt A ghost or other supernatural being that is believed to appear and cause trouble to living people.  ■ "The haunting of the old mansion on the hill has been a local legend for years. People claim to have seen strange apparitions moving in the shadows at night."; To frequently visit or frequent a place, often with the intention of causing trouble or misbehaving.  ■ "He couldn't resist haunting his old high school every chance he got, sneaking into the empty halls and vandalizing the classrooms."

haunted adjective1. To be constantly pursued or troubled by a mischievous spirit, goblin, or other supernatural being.2. To be infatuated with someone or something to an excessive degree.3. To be in a state of nervous anxiety or fear.4. To be deeply affected or moved by something, often to the point of being unable to control one's emotions.  ■ 1. The ghost from the old mansion was haunting the house and causing all sorts of strange occurrences., 2. I'm so haunted by my ex that I can't even look at their picture without breaking out in a sweat., 3. After the terrible presentation, the team was completely haunted and didn't know how to proceed., 4. The sight of the puppy was so cute that it completely haunted me and I couldn't stop thinking about it for days.

mystical Something that is so mysterious and inexplicable that it can only be explained by supernatural or spiritual powers.  ■ "I don't know how he does it, but my friend seems to have a mystical ability to make anything taste like chocolate."

mythology The study of myths and legends, often involving gods and other supernatural beings.  ■ "John was so bored with his school's boring history lessons that he decided to create his own mythology course, featuring tales of epic battles between gods and monsters."

Nymph A mythical or imaginary female being with supernatural powers, often depicted as beautiful and graceful.  ■ "I can't believe I just encountered a group of nymphs in the forest. They were so enchanting, I forgot all about my phone and spent hours dancing with them."

paranormal The ability to see ghosts or other supernatural creatures, even when they are not visible to the naked eye.  ■ "I can't believe I saw a paranormal entity in my backyard last night! It was glowing with an eerie green light and hovering above the ground. But then it just disappeared like magic."

Regeneration The process of becoming new and fresh again, often in a miraculous or supernatural way.  ■ "After his car broke down on the highway, John claimed he had a religious experience and was regenerated. But when he tried to drive home, he found that his car still wouldn't start."

soothsayer A person who makes predictions about the future using supernatural powers, usually by interpreting signs and omens.  ■ "I need to find a soothsayer to tell me what my future holds. I can't decide whether to go to college or become a professional yo-yoer."

Spirit An ethereal being that can only be seen by those who are open to the supernatural and can often be found in places where alcohol is served.  ■ John couldn't believe he saw a spirit hovering over his friend's beer at the bar. It was so funny that he couldn't stop laughing!

Summoning The act of calling forth a spirit, demon, or other supernatural being by means of dark magic and blood sacrifice.  ■ "I tried to summon a familiar for my homework, but I ended up with a demon instead. Oh well, it was a worthwhile experiment."

superstitious Having an excessive belief in the supernatural or magical forces that control human lives. It is often characterized by fear, ignorance and irrationality.  ■ He was so superstitious about black cats that he wouldn't leave his house if he saw one on the street.

witchcraft The art of casting spells and potions using supernatural powers, often for evil purposes.  ■ John accidentally discovered his neighbor's secret witchcraft laboratory in their basement. He quickly reported it to the authorities before he could be turned into a frog.

witches A group of women who are believed to possess supernatural powers and use them for evil purposes.  ■ "The witches were so powerful that they turned the king into a frog! But don't worry, he was able to break the spell with a potion made from dragon scales and unicorn horn."