This depends entirely on whose definition of sorcerer and witch you are using. In some traditions, the only difference is gender, a male being a sorcerer and a female being a witch. In some traditions both terms can be used interchangeably for men or females, and some prefer one term over the other. In short, there is no hard and fast rule among the groups.

Another definition states: "A sorcerer intentionally seeks to bring about harm. Sorcerers have learned how to cast spells and use certain formulas and objects to inflict evil. The sorcerer's methods are real, not psychic like those of a witch. Sorcery is conscious and an acquired skill whereas witchcraft is unconscious and innate. Contrary to witchcraft, sorcery is not always illegitimate or antisocial, and occurs with higher frequency than does witchcraft."