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esoteric

The correct spelling is esoteric.

How to pronounce esoteric

/ˌɛs.əʊˈtɛɹ.ɪk/
noun

IPA: /ˌɛs.əʊˈtɛɹ.ɪk/

Say it like: Eso-ter-ic

The correct spelling is esoteric. An esoteric doctrine or treatise; esoteric philosophy. For example: "The writing in this manual is very esoteric; I’d need a degree in engineering just to understand it!"

Usage Examples

The writing in this manual is very esoteric; I’d need a degree in engineering just to understand it!

an esoteric meeting

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An esoteric doctrine or treatise; esoteric philosophy.
  2. 2.One who believes, or is an initiate, in esoteric doctrines or rites.

adjective

  1. 1.Intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest, or an enlightened inner circle.
  2. 2.Having to do with concepts that are highly theoretical and without obvious practical application; often with mystical or religious connotations.
  3. 3.Confidential; private.

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