Definition

A person who uses a special tool, like a crystal ball, to see or predict future events.

Example

The scryer gazed into the crystal ball, hoping to glimpse what was to come.

Conversation

Have you ever met a scryer before?

No, but it sounds intriguing! What do they do?

They use tools like crystal balls to predict the future.

Wow, that’s fascinating! I’d love to see one in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Scryer → The word 'scryer' originates from the verb 'to scry', which comes from the Middle English 'scryen', meaning to discern or to see. The term is related to the Old English 'scrīfan', meaning to write or to describe, but in this context, it refers to the act of seeing visions or divinations. A scryer is someone who practices this form of divination, often using a crystal ball or reflective surface to gain insight.

Memory Tip

Imagine someone who 'sees' ('scryen') visions or insights, which helps you remember that a scryer is a person who discerns or reveals hidden knowledge.

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