Sorcerer

usgb/ˈsɔːrsərər/
noun

A person who is believed to use magic, typically to do evil things.

The witch and the sorcerer cast a spell to curse the village.
Visual representation of "sorcerer" - A person who is believed to use magic, typically to do evil things

Often appears as...

  • sorcerer's apprentice
  • evil sorcerer
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Evil Intent

A 'sorcerer' often refers to a person using magic for harmful purposes.

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The villagers feared the sorcerer for his malevolent spells.
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Older Usage

The word is less common in modern language and can sound archaic or literary.

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The ancient text spoke of a sorcerer controlling dragons.
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Fantasy Genre

Often used in fantasy stories to describe a magic user with significant power.

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The sorcerer conjured a storm to thwart his enemies.
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