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scry

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //skraɪ//

KK: /skraɪ/

intransitive verb
Definition

To use a crystal ball or similar object to try to see or predict future events.


Example

She decided to scry using her grandmother's crystal ball.


Tense Forms

Past: scryed

Past Participle: scryed


Conversation
Sloth A
I heard you tried to scry last night, how did it go?
Sloth B
It was pretty interesting! I could see some images, but nothing clear.
Sloth A
That sounds cool! Do you think you’ll try to scry again?
Sloth B
Definitely! I want to practice more and see if I can get better at it.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
divine
foretell
predict
Antonyms
ignore
overlook
disregard
Root Explanation

Scry → The word 'scry' originates from Middle English 'scryen', which means to discern or to see. It is derived from the Old English 'scrīfan', meaning to write or to describe, reflecting the act of revealing or uncovering information through divination or reflection.

Memory Tip

Imagine the act of 'seeing' or 'discerning' something hidden — that's what scrying is all about.

Visually Confused Words
scray
scary
ascry
cry
scurvy
scurry
scurfy
scurdy
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