prophesy — to predict or foretell future events, especially as a divine revelation
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to predict or foretell future events, especially as a divine revelation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɑːfɪˌsaɪ/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother used to prophesy that I'd become famous by reading tea leaves, but so far I'm only famous for burning toast.
- Weather forecasters prophesy rain every weekend, and somehow they're always right when I plan a picnic.
- The ancient texts prophesy a golden age of peace and prosperity.
prophesy
VERB[/ˈprɑːfɪˌsaɪ/]
to predict or foretell future events, especially as a divine revelation
to predict or foretell future events, especially as a divine revelation
She will prophesy, then justify and clarify!
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“My grandmother used to prophesy that I'd become famous by reading tea leaves, but so far I'm only famous for burning toast.”
“Weather forecasters prophesy rain every weekend, and somehow they're always right when I plan a picnic.”
“The ancient texts prophesy a golden age of peace and prosperity.”
“Economic experts prophesy a recession, but my wallet already knew that months ago.”
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