Cabalistic

/ˌkæbəˈlɪstɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of cabalism or cabalists; involving mystical or esoteric interpretation, especially of religious or spiritual texts.

Etymology

From 'cabalist' plus '-ic' suffix; this adjective form allows description of ideas, practices, or knowledge that is associated with cabalism.

Kelly Says

When scholars call something 'cabalistic,' they're often hinting at hidden meanings or secret knowledge—it's become a shorthand in academic writing for 'there's more going on beneath the surface than meets the eye.'

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