Definition

Describing something that predicts or suggests future events, often in a way that seems inspired or insightful.

Example

The author's prophetic vision of the future captivated readers and sparked discussions.

Conversation

Did you read that book about the prophetic visions of the future?

Yeah, it was fascinating how accurate some predictions turned out to be.

I know, right? It's amazing how people can have such prophetic insights.

Totally! Makes you wonder if some people really can see what's coming.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prophetic → It is formed from "prophet" (from Greek "prophetēs", meaning one who speaks for another, especially for God) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "prophetic" refers to something that pertains to or is characteristic of a prophet, often relating to foretelling or predicting future events.

Memory Tip

Think of a prophet as someone who speaks on behalf of a higher power, and the suffix '-ic' means it relates to that role. This helps you remember that 'prophetic' describes something that relates to predicting or foretelling.

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