Alchemistic

/ælkɪˈmɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of alchemy or alchemists; involving magical transformation or mysterious processes.

Etymology

From alchemist + -ic suffix (Greek -ikos, meaning 'of or relating to'). This follows the standard pattern for creating adjectives from nouns in English.

Kelly Says

When we call something 'alchemistic,' we're saying it seems impossible or magically transformative—so a successful entrepreneur might be described as having an 'alchemistic touch' because they turn ideas into gold.

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