1. the practice of communicating with the dead, especially in order to predict the future
Usage: often considered supernatural or occult
2. magic or sorcery in general, especially involving the dead
Usage: literary; fantasy contexts

Examples

• The ancient Greeks practiced necromancy to seek guidance from deceased oracles.
• Medieval texts often condemned necromancy as evil sorcery.
• The fantasy novel featured a wizard skilled in necromancy who could raise the dead.
• Historians study necromancy as part of ancient religious and magical practices.
• The character’s use of necromancy made other villagers fear and avoid her.
• Archaeological evidence suggests necromancy rituals were performed in certain burial sites.