1. Plural of esotericism; doctrines, practices, or beliefs that are intended for or understood by only a small group of people with specialized knowledge or interest.
Usage: Usually plural; refers to systems of thought or spiritual practices kept secret or restricted to initiates.
2. Plural of esotericism; the quality or state of being esoteric; obscurity or exclusivity in meaning or understanding.
Usage: Abstract sense; emphasizes the characteristic of being difficult to understand or access.

Examples

• The philosopher's writings are filled with esotericisms that only advanced scholars can decipher.
• Many ancient religions contained esotericisms reserved for priests and initiated members.
• The artist deliberately employed esotericisms in her work to challenge mainstream audiences.
• Medieval alchemy was rife with esotericisms meant to protect its secrets from the uninitiated.
• Critics argued that the author's use of esotericisms made the novel inaccessible to general readers.
• Gnostic esotericisms promised hidden knowledge to those willing to undergo spiritual initiation.