Definition

Relating to the practice of communicating with the dead or using magic to raise the dead.

Example

The story featured a necromantic ritual that aimed to bring back a lost loved one.

Conversation

Have you ever read a book about necromantic rituals?

No, I haven't! That sounds pretty creepy, though.

Yeah, it's fascinating how people used to believe they could communicate with the dead through necromantic practices.

I can see why that would be intriguing, but I think I’d prefer to stick to lighter reads.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Necromantic → It is formed from "necro-" (from Greek "nekros", meaning dead) and "mantic" (from Greek "manteia", meaning divination or prophecy). The word "necromantic" refers to the practice of divination through the dead or communicating with the deceased.

Memory Tip

Think of 'dead' ('necro-') and 'divination' ('mantic') to remember that necromantic involves communicating with the dead.

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