a method of divination through alleged communication with the dead; black art.

magic in general, esp. that practiced by a witch or sorcerer; sorcery; witchcraft; conjuration.

noun

abracadabra * , alchemy , bewitchment , black art , black magic , charm , conjuring , devilry , divination , enchantment , evil eye , hocus-pocus * , incantation , jinx , magic , mumbo jumbo * , mysticism , occultism , spell , thaumaturgy , voodoo , witchcraft , witchery , witching , wizardry , conjuration , sorcery