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foreteller

noun

Definition of foretellernext
as in diviner
one who predicts future events or developments some regard that 16th-century astrologer as an uncanny foreteller of some of the most disastrous events of the 20th century

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  1. diviner
  2. prophet
  3. forecaster
Noun
  • Ancient Chinese scholars made records of solar eclipses, and diviners made prophecies during these auspicious events.
    — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 6 Aug. 2026
  • While often presented as the act of using beauty practices to manifest your desires, diviner and spiritual wellness teacher Tatianna Tarot would caution against getting too attached to semantics.
    — Essence, Essence, 23 Nov. 2025
Definition of diviner
Noun
  • Trinity depicts three angels, symbolizing the Christian Trinity, visiting the prophet Abraham.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The memoir is not the apologia of a prophet whose prophecy failed.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of prophet
Noun
  • Rock Hill should see highs of 89 on Saturday and Sunday, 91 on Monday, 83 on Tuesday, 77 on Wednesday and 78 on Thursday, NWS forecasters said.
    — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 18 Sep. 2026
  • In Arizona, forecasters issued a flash flood watch for much of the central and northern parts of that state.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of forecaster
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“Foreteller.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foreteller. Accessed 22 Sep. 2026.

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