1. of, relating to, or characteristic of alchemy or alchemists
Usage: often used to describe medieval or mystical practices

Examples

• The ancient text contained alchemistic formulas for transmuting base metals into gold.
• His alchemistic experiments were conducted in a secret laboratory.
• The museum displayed alchemistic instruments from the Middle Ages.
• She studied the alchemistic traditions of medieval Europe.
• The novel featured an alchemistic quest for the philosopher’s stone.
• Alchemistic symbols covered the walls of the mysterious chamber.