Arcane
(adjective)
- Known or understood by only a few people, typically those with specialist knowledge.
- Mysterious or known only by a select few.
Origin:
From the latin word arcanus meaning "secret, hidden".
Examples:
- The arcane ritual was performed only by the priests.
- The word "arcane" comes from the Latin word arcanus meaning "secret, hidden".
- His knowledge of arcane subjects was impressive.
- The arcane symbols on the ancient text were difficult to decipher.
- The arcane laws of the medieval kingdom were known only to the ruling elite.