What is sorcery accusation?

A sorcery accusation is when someone is accused of practicing or using sorcery, witchcraft, or other forms of magic or supernatural power. This type of accusation is often based on superstition or fear and can lead to serious consequences for the accused individual, such as social ostracism, violence, or even death. Sorcery accusations have historically been used to target marginalized groups, such as women, ethnic minorities, and religious minorities.