prophecy

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Etymology

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Pronunciation

IPA /ˈpɹɒf.ə.si/

Noun

prophecy noun

A prediction, especially one made by a prophet or under divine inspiration.“French writer Nostradamus made a prophecy in his book.”
The public interpretation of Scripture.

Verb

prophecy verb

To speak or write with divine inspiration; to act as prophet.
To predict, to foretell (with or without divine inspiration).
To foreshow; to herald; to prefigure.
To speak out on the Bible as an expression of holy inspiration; to preach.

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Synonyms

vaticination prognostication divination prophesy prophet oracle forecasting prediction story revelation vision forecast omen premonition portent presage

Associated

foretells foretold prophecies fulfilled prophetic messianic isaiah oedipus prophets fulfillment messiah apocalyptic

Rhymes

office c office e office he office see

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