Definition

A five-pointed star that is often considered to have magical or mystical meaning, created by connecting five points in a specific way.

Example

The witch drew a pentacle on the ground during the ritual.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a pentacle in real life?

Yeah, I saw one in a movie once, it looked really interesting.

I read that it has a lot of magical significance.

That makes sense; it's often associated with mystical beliefs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pentacle → It is formed from "penta-" (from Greek "pente", meaning five) and "-cle" (a diminutive suffix). The word refers to a five-pointed star, often enclosed in a circle, symbolizing various spiritual and magical meanings.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'five' points ('penta-') of the star shape, which helps you remember that a pentacle is a five-pointed star.

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