Definition

In a way that shows the ability to see or know things beyond normal perception, often related to predicting the future or sensing events.

Example

She clairvoyantly described the events that would unfold in the coming days.

Conversation

Did you hear that she can see the future clairvoyantly?

Yeah, it's pretty wild! I wonder how that works.

I know, right? It must be both a gift and a burden.

Definitely! I wouldn't want to know everything ahead of time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Clairvoyantly → It is formed from "clair" (from Old French *clair*, meaning clear) and "voyant" (from Old French *voyant*, meaning seeing) combined with the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word "clairvoyantly" means in a manner that is clear-seeing or having the ability to perceive things beyond normal sensory contact.

Memory Tip

Think of 'clear' ('clair') and 'seeing' ('voyant') to remember that 'clairvoyantly' means perceiving things clearly or beyond normal sight.

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