Arcanums

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A secret or mysterious knowledge or information known only to a select few
2. An esoteric truth or principle that is often hidden from general understanding
3. A profound or specialized insight that requires deep knowledge or expertise to comprehend

Etymology: "Arcanums" is the English plural of "arcanum," which keeps the Latin-derived sense of a secret or hidden thing, though "arcana" is the more common plural. The noun comes from the Latin neuter "arcanum," meaning "secret," from "arcanus," "hidden," which is related to "arcere," "to shut up or keep safe."

Synonyms: mysteries, secrets, enigmas, arcana

Antonyms: knowns, facts, truths