CEFR C1

rosicrucian

noun

Meaning

A member of a mystical or esoteric fraternity, claiming to have secret knowledge and to be devoted to the spiritual and intellectual advancement of humanity.

Examples

He claimed to be a Rosicrucian, possessing ancient wisdom.
The Rosicrucian order has a long and often mysterious history.

Synonyms: initiate, adept, occultist

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rosicrucian (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: ˌroʊzɪˈkruːʃən

Definition

A member of a mystical or esoteric fraternity, claiming to have secret knowledge and to be devoted to the spiritual and intellectual advancement of humanity.

Examples

He claimed to be a Rosicrucian, possessing ancient wisdom.
The Rosicrucian order has a long and often mysterious history.

How to Use rosicrucian

Rosicrucian order (collocation): A specific organization or society of Rosicrucians. — "The Rosicrucian order has branches in many countries."
Rosicrucian philosophy (collocation): The set of beliefs and teachings associated with Rosicrucianism. — "He spent years studying Rosicrucian philosophy and symbolism."

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