Esoteric

noun

  1. An esoteric doctrine or treatise; esoteric philosophy.

  2. One who believes, or is an initiate, in esoteric doctrines or rites.

adjective

  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.

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

  2. Having to do with concepts that are highly theoretical and without obvious practical application; often with mystical or religious connotations.

  3. Confidential; private.

    an esoteric meeting

Synonyms: secretive, cerebral, arcane, recondite

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