1. occultism(n = noun.cognition) - the study of the supernatural;
is a kind of bailiwick, discipline, field, field of study, study, subject, subject area, subject field
Derived form noun occultist1
2. occultism(n = noun.cognition) - a belief in supernatural powers and the possibility of bringing them under human control;
is a kind of supernaturalism
Derived form noun occultist1
1. A certain Oriental system of theosophy. A. P. Sinnett. [1913 Webster]
2. Belief in occult powers or in supernatural forces other than the God of traditional religions, such as in magic, necromancy, alchemy, and astrology. [PJC]
3. The study and alleged use of supernatural agencies as in magic, astrology, witchcraft, alchemy, necromancy, spiritualism (communication with the dead), and fortune-telling. [PJC]