Definition

To predict or tell about future events.

Example

The old woman claimed she could soothsay and reveal what was to come.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever met someone who can soothsay?

No, but that sounds really interesting!

I heard it's like predicting the future with some kind of skill.

It must be cool to know what might happen next!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Soothsay is formed from "sooth" (from Old English *sōþ*, meaning truth) and "say" (from Old English *secgan*, meaning to speak). The word refers to the act of speaking the truth or predicting the future based on truth.

Memory Tip

Think of 'truth' ('sooth') being 'spoken' ('say') — that's why soothsay means to speak the truth or predict the future.

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