Arcana

usgb/ɑːrˈkeɪnə/
noun

Secret or hidden knowledge.

He devoted his life to the study of the ancient arcana.
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Often appears as...

  • arcana of nature
  • arcana of the ancients

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Formal

Academic

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Hidden Wisdom

Refers to secret knowledge that is often old and protected by secrecy or initiation.

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She spent years trying to unravel the arcana of the secret society.
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Occultist Flavor

Often associated with mysterious subjects like magic, alchemy, or the supernatural.

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The librarian specialized in the arcana of medieval alchemy.
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Literary Device

Used to add intrigue or depth when discussing knowledge in literature or storytelling.

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The novel's hero sought the arcana that the ancient texts promised.
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