Prophetess: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe a woman who is believed to have the capability to predict the future, typically in a religious or spiritual context.

• The prophetess foretold a great famine that would strike the land.
• People traveled from distant places to seek guidance from the renowned prophetess.

Generally used for someone who is said to have the special ability to see into the future, often in mythical or historical contexts.

• The seer had visions of events long before they happened.
• Many sought the advice of the seer during times of uncertainty.

Refers to a woman in ancient times who was believed to be able to prophesy or foresee the future, often linked to ancient Roman and Greek mythology.

• The sibyl's prophecies were written down and preserved for centuries.
• Her predictions were so accurate that she became known as a famed sibyl.

Refers to someone who claims to have the ability to see things beyond the normal sensory range, often used in modern and less formal contexts.

• She visited a clairvoyant to get insights about her career choices.
• The clairvoyant warned him about an upcoming accident.

Usually used to describe a person in ancient times, often a priest or priestess, through whom a deity is believed to speak. It can also refer to the message given by such a person.

• The oracle at Delphi was one of the most important figures in ancient Greece.
• The king consulted the oracle to find out the future of his kingdom.