Spanish word

ocultista

Pronunciation

IPA/okulˈtista/

Meaning

  • noun (m./f.)occultist

Example

¿Conoces a algún ocultista en este barrio?

Do you know any occultists in this neighborhood?

Illustration for ocultista (occultist)

More examples

No soy ocultista, pero me interesan las leyendas locales.

I'm not an occultist, but I'm interested in local legends.

Core concept

Person interested in hidden, esoteric, or paranormal subjects as believer or hobbyist.

Common phrases

  • ser ocultista

    be an occultist

  • conocer a un ocultista

    know an occultist

Similar words

esoterista: Seeks and studies esoteric or mystical teachings with practical or theoretical focus.
médium: Claims sensory contact with spirits or other supernatural presences and relays perceived messages.
vidente: Claims insight into the future or hidden facts through intuition, visions, or divination.
místico: Pursues intense religious or spiritual experiences aiming at union with the divine.

Definition in Spanish

Persona que muestra interés o práctica en lo oculto, lo esotérico o lo paranormal, ya sea como hobby o como creencia.

Word origin

Built from oculto 'hidden' and -ista 'person who practices or favors', so the term covers both hobbyist and practitioner senses.

Usage tips

  • 'Ocultista' carries a stronger or more committed nuance than neutral phrases such as persona interesada en el ocultismo, which serve for a descriptive, nonlabeling tone.

Other meanings

  • esotericistnoun

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