Definition

Relating to or characteristic of prophecy; having the ability to predict future events.

Example

The vaticinal message warned of impending changes in the world.

Conversation

Have you ever heard someone make a vaticinal remark about the future?

Yeah, I think those kinds of predictions can be really interesting.

Exactly! It’s fascinating how people try to foresee events with such vaticinal insights.

For sure! Sometimes they hit the mark, and it’s almost eerie.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vaticinal → It is formed from "vaticinari" (meaning to prophesy) and the suffix "-al" (meaning pertaining to). The word "vaticinal" refers to something that pertains to prophecy or foretelling.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vaticinari' which means to prophesy, and remember that 'vaticinal' describes something related to prophecy.

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