sorcery vs. witchcraft

sorcery

noun

plural sorceries.
  1. the art, practices, or spells of a person who is supposed to exercise supernatural powers through the aid of evil spirits; black magic; witchery.

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witchcraft

noun

  1. the art or practices of a witch; sorcery or magical influence; magic, especially for evil purposes:

    She was arrested on the charge of witchcraft in September of 1665.

    Some people believe the disease is caused by witchcraft or a curse.

  2. the modern practice of magic as a spiritual observance, especially as associated with neopaganism or Wicca:

    The presence of witchcraft has increased greatly on college campuses in the last ten years.