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Thaumaturgic

ˌθɔːməˈtɜːrdʒɪk

adjective

relating to or concerned with miracles or magic; magical

The word 'thaumaturgic' comes from the Greek words 'thaûma' meaning 'miracle' and 'ergon' meaning 'work'. It is used to describe something related to the performance of miracles or magic.

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Quote the textual terms in which the prospectus claimed advantages for this thaumaturgic remedy.

James Joyce

Ulysses