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invocation vs conjuration

conjuration vs invocation

invocation and conjuration both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
invocation Yes No No No
conjuration Yes No No No
As nouns, invocation and conjuration are synonyms defined as:
  • invocation and conjuration: calling up a spirit or devil
Other synonyms of invocation include conjuring, conjury.
As nouns, conjuration is a hypernym of invocation; that is, conjuration is a word with a broader meaning than invocation:
  • invocation: an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil
  • conjuration: a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
Other hypernyms of invocation include incantation.
invocation (noun) conjuration (noun)
the act of appealing for help an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
calling up a spirit or devil calling up a spirit or devil
a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service a ritual recitation of words or sounds believed to have a magical effect
an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil
Difference between invocation and conjuration

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