1. relating to or involving alchemy, the medieval practice of trying to transform base metals into gold and find a universal cure for disease
Usage: historical
2. involving a seemingly magical process of transformation or creation
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The museum displayed ancient alchemical texts and equipment.
• Medieval scholars pursued alchemical experiments in secret laboratories.
• The artist described her creative process as alchemical transformation.
• His alchemical approach to cooking turned simple ingredients into extraordinary dishes.
• The novel featured an alchemical ritual to create the philosopher’s stone.
• She had an alchemical ability to turn conflict into collaboration.