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invocation vs magic

magic vs invocation

invocation and magic both are nouns.

invocation is not an adjective while magic is an adjective.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
invocation Yes No No No
magic Yes Yes No No
As nouns, magic is a hypernym of invocation; that is, magic is a word with a broader meaning than invocation:
  • invocation: calling up a spirit or devil
  • magic: any art that invokes supernatural powers
Other hypernyms of invocation include thaumaturgy.
invocation (noun) magic (noun)
the act of appealing for help an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers
calling up a spirit or devil any art that invokes supernatural powers
a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service
an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil
invocation (adjective) magic (adjective)
possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
Difference between invocation and magic

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