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   Proph·e·sy

   /ˈpräfəˌsī/

   

   verb

   • 1. say that (a specified thing) will happen in the future: "Jacques was prophesying a bumper harvest"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French profecier, from profecie (see prophecy).

   Derivatives

   • 1. prophesier noun

   Scrabble Points: 18

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › prophecyProphecy Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of PROPHECY is an inspired utterance of a prophet. How to use prophecy in a sentence.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › prophesyProphesy Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of PROPHESY is to utter by or as if by divine inspiration. How to use prophesy in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Prophesy.

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   verb (used with object) , proph·e·sied, proph·e·sy·ing. to foretell or predict. Synonyms: prognosticate, augur. to indicate beforehand. to declare or foretell by or as if by divine inspiration. Synonyms: divine. to utter in prophecy or as a prophet.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishPROPHESY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   PROPHESY definition: 1. to say that you believe something will happen in the future: 2. to say that you believe…. Learn more.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › prophesyProphesy - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   The word prophesy can mean to predict or reveal something that will happen in the future. Many people use astrology to prophesy, or predict, their future regarding misfortune, wealth, love, and relationships. Used as a verb prophesy can mean to deliver a sermon or predict through divine inspiration. A religious leader may prophesy to followers ...

7. www.thefreedictionary.com › prophesyProphesy - definition of prophesy by The Free Dictionary

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   proph•e•sy. (ˈprɒf əˌsaɪ) v. -sied, -sy•ing. v.t. 1. to foretell or predict. 2. to indicate beforehand. 3. to utter in prophecy. v.i. 4. to make predictions, esp. by divine inspiration. 5. to speak as a mediator between God and humankind or in God's stead.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishPROPHESY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   2 meanings: 1. to reveal or foretell (something, esp a future event) by or as if by divine inspiration 2. archaic to give.... Click for more definitions.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionprophesy verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of prophesy verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

10. www.yourdictionary.com › prophesyProphesy Definition & Meaning | YourDictionary

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    To declare or predict (something) under or as under divine or paranormal guidance. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. To predict the future with certainty. American Heritage. To teach religious matters; preach. Webster's New World. To speak as a prophet; utter or make prophecies. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. To foreshadow.

11. www.oed.com › dictionary › prophesy_vprophesy, v. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English ...

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    There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the verb prophesy. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.